1963 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1963 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,353 cc (8 cylinders), 1963 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (300 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 162 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 515 kg more than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1963 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1963 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 279 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1963 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1963 Chevrolet Corvette | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Corvette | Musso |
| Year Released | 1963 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5353 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1375 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
