1970 Buick Riviera vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Buick Riviera. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Buick Riviera would be higher. At 7,468 cc (6 cylinders), 1970 Buick Riviera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Buick Riviera (265 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Buick Riviera should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Buick Riviera weights approximately 56 kg more than 2002 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Buick Riviera. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 1970 Buick Riviera (522 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1970 Buick Riviera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Musso. 1970 Buick Riviera has automatic transmission and 2002 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2002 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Buick Riviera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Buick Riviera 2002 SsangYong Musso
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Riviera Musso
Year Released 1970 2002
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 7468 cc 3197 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 265 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 4600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 522 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1986 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 5480 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 2020 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2640 mm


 

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