1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 2002 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Korando is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Buick Roadmaster would be higher. At 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 138 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 16 kg more than 1994 Buick Roadmaster.
Because 2002 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Buick Roadmaster. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Korando. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Buick Roadmaster | 2002 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Roadmaster | Korando |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 256 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 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 | 1850 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5490 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1850 mm |
