1968 Pontiac GTO vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,549 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 1968 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 353 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1968 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Pontiac GTO | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | GTO | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6549 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 603 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3900 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 104.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 95.3 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.8:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 69 L | 70 L |
