1954 Buick 40 vs. 2000 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Korando is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Buick 40 would be higher. At 4,328 cc (8 cylinders), 1954 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1954 Buick 40 (141 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2000 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1954 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Korando. (257 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2000 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4328 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 257 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
