1972 Rover 3.5 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 Rover 3.5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover 3.5 would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover 3.5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Rover 3.5 (150 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Rover 3.5 should accelerate faster than 2008 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 190 kg more than 1972 Rover 3.5.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Rover 3.5. 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 Rover 3.5 (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1972 Rover 3.5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover 3.5 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 3.5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3532 cc | 2294 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 150 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 276 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1635 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
