1966 Ford Zephyr vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,992 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Zephyr (126 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Zephyr should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 560 kg more than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Ford Zephyr. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Ford Zephyr. (235 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Zephyr | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Zephyr | Musso |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2992 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 126 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 235 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.7 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1330 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 73 L |
