1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 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 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 37 kg more than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 331 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Delta 88 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6965 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 375 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 638 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1869 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2640 mm |
