1959 Jaguar MK IX vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jaguar MK IX would be higher. At 3,781 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jaguar MK IX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (220 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 3 more horse power than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jaguar MK IX should accelerate faster than 2000 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 149 kg more than 1959 Jaguar MK IX.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jaguar MK IX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso 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, 1959 Jaguar MK IX (326 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1959 Jaguar MK IX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1959 Jaguar MK IX has manual transmission. 1959 Jaguar MK IX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jaguar MK IX | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | MK IX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1959 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3781 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1757 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 77 L | 73 L |
