1976 Buick Riviera vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 6,595 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Riviera (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 100 kg more than 1976 Buick Riviera.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Riviera. 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, 1976 Buick Riviera (435 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando. 1976 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2010 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2010 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1976 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Riviera | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Riviera | Korando |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6595 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
