1972 Rover P5B 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 Rover P5B. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Rover P5B would be higher. At 3,528 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Rover P5B is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1972 Rover P5B. (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1972 Rover P5B. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 316 kg more than 1972 Rover P5B. 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 Rover P5B. 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 (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Rover P5B. (295 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Rover P5B.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Rover P5B | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | P5B | Musso |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2001 |
| Engine Size | 3528 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 295 Nm | 308 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1906 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 |
