1972 Buick GS vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,723 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1972 Buick GS. (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 Buick GS. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 300 kg more than 1972 Buick GS. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Buick GS. 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, 1972 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Buick GS | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | GS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5723 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
