1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick LeSabre (148 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (139 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 285 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick LeSabre. (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 139 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1785 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 72 L |
