2005 SsangYong Korando vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Buick Century. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (307 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Buick Century. (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Buick Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Korando | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | SsangYong | Buick |
| Model | Korando | Century |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1978 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 139 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 307 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1785 kg | 1430 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2490 mm | 2760 mm |
