1970 Buick Centurion vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Centurion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Centurion would be higher. At 7,467 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Centurion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Centurion (225 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (216 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Centurion should accelerate faster than 1997 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Centurion weights approximately 120 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Centurion. 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, 1970 Buick Centurion (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Centurion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1970 Buick Centurion | 1997 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Centurion | Korando |
Year Released | 1970 | 1997 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7467 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 225 HP | 216 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |