2010 SsangYong Korando vs. 1986 Holden Commodore
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 2,962 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Holden Commodore (201 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 605 kg more than 1986 Holden Commodore.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1986 Holden Commodore (296 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 2010 SsangYong Korando | 1986 Holden Commodore | |
| Make | SsangYong | Holden |
| Model | Korando | Commodore |
| Year Released | 2010 | 1986 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2962 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 213 Nm | 296 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1840 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4340 mm | 4770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1850 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2670 mm |
