1969 Buick GS vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 65 kg more than 1969 Buick GS.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Korando |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7468 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 226 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 498 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 233 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 75 L | 70 L |
