1956 Buick 40 vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 46 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Buick 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Buick 40 would be higher. At 5,279 cc (8 cylinders), 1956 Buick 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Buick 40 (252 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 134 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Buick 40 should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 276 kg more than 1956 Buick 40.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1956 Buick 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1956 Buick 40 (462 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1956 Buick 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Buick 40 | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | 40 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5279 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 462 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 81.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1850 mm |
