1965 Buick Riviera vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,966 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Buick Riviera (288 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 54 kg more than 1965 Buick Riviera.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1965 Buick Riviera (603 Nm) has 296 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm). This means 1965 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1965 Buick Riviera | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Riviera | Korando |
Year Released | 1965 | 1997 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6966 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 288 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 603 Nm | 307 Nm |
Engine Bore Size | 104.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 101 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |