1977 Buick Regal vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Buick Regal would be higher. At 4,932 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Buick Regal (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 381 kg more than 1977 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1977 Buick Regal (334 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Buick Regal | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Korando |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4932 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 334 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 76.2 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2490 mm |
