1972 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette (255 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 136 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 502 kg more than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Corvette (380 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1972 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Musso |
Year Released | 1972 | 2011 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 380 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.7 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1499 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 70 L |