1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 609 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Jetfire | Musso |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 220 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Top Speed | 172 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 73 L |
