1954 Buick 40 vs. 2007 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Korando is newer by 53 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 2007 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1954 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 110 kg more than 1954 Buick 40.
Let's talk about torque, 1954 Buick 40 (309 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 51 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Korando. (258 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1954 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Buick 40 | 2007 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2007 |
| 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 | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 309 Nm | 258 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1675 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2490 mm |
