1972 Plymouth Valiant vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Plymouth Valiant would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 566 kg more than 1972 Plymouth Valiant.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Plymouth Valiant | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | Valiant | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3678 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 109 HP | 0 HP |
| Torque | 251 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.4 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 104.6 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 70 L |
