1969 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Ford Zephyr 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 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1969 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 725 kg more than 1969 Ford Zephyr. 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 Ford Zephyr. 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 154 more torque (in Nm) than 1969 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1969 Ford Zephyr.

Compare all specifications:

1969 Ford Zephyr 1996 SsangYong Musso
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Zephyr Musso
Year Released 1969 1996
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1995 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 81 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4750 RPM 5750 RPM
Torque 153 Nm 307 Nm
Torque RPM 2750 RPM 4000 RPM
Engine Bore Size 93.7 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 72.4 mm 84 mm
Engine Compression Ratio 9.0:1 10.0:1
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1250 kg 1975 kg
Vehicle Length 4710 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1490 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2930 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 41 L 75 L


 

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