1970 Ford 12 M vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford 12 M. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford 12 M would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1970 Ford 12 M. (49 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1970 Ford 12 M. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1016 kg more than 1970 Ford 12 M. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Ford 12 M. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 163 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Ford 12 M. (93 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Ford 12 M.

Compare all specifications:

1970 Ford 12 M 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Ford SsangYong
Model 12 M Musso
Year Released 1970 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1305 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 49 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 5000 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 93 Nm 256 Nm
Torque RPM 2500 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 5 seats
Vehicle Weight 850 kg 1866 kg
Vehicle Length 4320 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1610 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2530 mm 2640 mm


 

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