2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1984 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Nissan Santana would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Korando (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1984 Nissan Santana. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1984 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 640 kg more than 1984 Nissan Santana. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Nissan Santana. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Nissan Santana. (152 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Nissan Santana. 1984 Nissan Santana has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Nissan Santana will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1984 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Korando | Santana |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1145 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2560 mm |
