2007 SsangYong Korando vs. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 340 kg more than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass.
Because 2007 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 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 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass 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. 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2007 SsangYong Korando | 1990 Oldsmobile Cutlass | |
Make | SsangYong | Oldsmobile |
Model | Korando | Cutlass |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2260 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 158 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 256 Nm | 203 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1445 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2740 mm |