1972 Buick GS vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (79 HP @ 4050 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 110 kg more than 1972 Buick GS.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (150 Nm @ 2240 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Korando |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 2299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 79 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4050 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2240 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
