1971 Opel GT 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 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Opel GT would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1971 Opel GT. (89 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1971 Opel GT.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Opel GT. 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 166 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Opel GT. (152 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Opel GT | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | GT | Musso |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1900 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 152 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 69.8 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1230 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 8.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 53 L | 80 L |
