1990 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1997 SsangYong Korando

To start off, 1997 SsangYong Korando is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 SsangYong Korando (216 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 50 kg more than 1997 SsangYong Korando.

Because 1997 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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 Roadmaster (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 39 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 SsangYong Korando. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1990 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 SsangYong Korando.

Compare all specifications:

1990 Buick Roadmaster 1997 SsangYong Korando
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Roadmaster Korando
Year Released 1990 1997
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5002 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 168 HP 216 HP
Engine RPM 4200 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 346 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 2400 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Automatic
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 2000 kg 1950 kg
Vehicle Length 5540 mm 4340 mm
Vehicle Width 2040 mm 1850 mm
Vehicle Height 1540 mm 1850 mm


 

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