1987 Buick Regal vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 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 481 kg more than 1987 Buick Regal.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 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, 2004 SsangYong Korando (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Buick Regal. (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Buick Regal.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Regal | Korando |
Year Released | 1987 | 2004 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1851 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2490 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |