2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1984 Volvo 740
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Volvo 740. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Volvo 740 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Volvo 740 (197 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1984 Volvo 740 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 425 kg more than 1984 Volvo 740.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Volvo 740. 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, 1984 Volvo 740 (296 Nm @ 2950 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1984 Volvo 740 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Korando | 1984 Volvo 740 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Volvo |
| Model | Korando | 740 |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1986 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 197 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5300 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2950 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 1440 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2780 mm |
