1993 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2004 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Korando is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 179 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Korando. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1993 Buick Roadmaster (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Buick Roadmaster | 2004 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Roadmaster | Korando |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2004 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2030 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2490 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 62 L | 70 L |
