1966 Ford Falcon vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1966 Ford Falcon. (106 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Falcon. (188 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Falcon | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Musso |
| Year Released | 1966 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2782 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 106 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 188 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74.7 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 56 L | 80 L |
