1962 Cadillac DeVille vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Cadillac DeVille would be higher. At 6,390 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Cadillac DeVille is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 20 more horse power than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. (197 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Cadillac DeVille weights approximately 152 kg more than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Cadillac DeVille. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 1962 Cadillac DeVille (582 Nm) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (319 Nm). This means 1962 Cadillac DeVille will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Cadillac DeVille | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Cadillac | SsangYong |
| Model | DeVille | Musso |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6390 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 197 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 582 Nm | 319 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2058 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
