1971 Chevrolet El Camino vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet El Camino would be higher. At 5,013 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet El Camino is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (150 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 354 kg more than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Chevrolet El Camino. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1971 Chevrolet El Camino (324 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet El Camino will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet El Camino | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | El Camino | Musso |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5013 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 324 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1471 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 67 L | 73 L |
