1969 Chevrolet Vega vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Chevrolet Vega would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (81 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 970 kg more than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Chevrolet Vega. (167 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Chevrolet Vega.
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1969 Chevrolet Vega | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Vega | Musso |
Year Released | 1969 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2287 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 167 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 91.9 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 75 L |