1987 Buick LeSabre vs. 2010 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Korando is newer by 23 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 7 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (141 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick LeSabre should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 365 kg more than 1987 Buick LeSabre.
Because 2010 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1987 Buick LeSabre (271 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 58 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Korando. (213 Nm @ 2860 RPM). This means 1987 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Buick LeSabre | 2010 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Korando |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 141 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 271 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2860 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 91 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |
