2006 SsangYong Korando vs. 1988 Volkswagen Quantum
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Volkswagen Quantum would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (109 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 735 kg more than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Korando will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2006 SsangYong Korando (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum. (173 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Volkswagen Quantum.
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2006 SsangYong Korando | 1988 Volkswagen Quantum | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Korando | Quantum |
Year Released | 2006 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1984 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 109 HP |
Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 173 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 82.5 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 92.8 mm |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1130 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4620 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |