1950 Buick 40 vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 54 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,065 cc (8 cylinders), 1950 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Korando (141 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1950 Buick 40. (114 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1950 Buick 40. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 225 kg more than 1950 Buick 40. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1950 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1950 Buick 40 (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (210 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1950 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Buick 40 | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | 40 | Korando |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4065 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 141 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 210 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 78.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 104.8 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3090 mm | 2490 mm |