1980 Buick LeSabre vs. 2006 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Korando is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Buick LeSabre (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 285 kg more than 1980 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2006 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Buick LeSabre. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1980 Buick LeSabre (279 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1980 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Buick LeSabre | 2006 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | LeSabre | Korando |
Year Released | 1980 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4129 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 279 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 100.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |