1988 Buick Reatta vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Buick Reatta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Buick Reatta would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Buick Reatta is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Buick Reatta (165 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Buick Reatta should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 329 kg more than 1988 Buick Reatta.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Buick Reatta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1988 Buick Reatta (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Buick Reatta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Buick Reatta | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Reatta | Korando |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 165 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 201 km/hour | 148 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1536 kg | 1865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
