1969 Buick GS vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 72 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Buick GS. 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, 1969 Buick GS (395 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 90 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1969 Buick GS | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1969 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 395 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2830 mm |
