1990 Buick Electra vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Buick Electra (163 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Korando.
Because 2005 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Electra. 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, 1990 Buick Electra (285 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Korando. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Korando. 1990 Buick Electra has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Korando has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Korando will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1990 Buick Electra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Buick Electra | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Electra | Korando |
Year Released | 1990 | 2005 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2293 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 163 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 285 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1850 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2490 mm |