1973 Avanti Avanti vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 6,570 cc (8 cylinders), 1973 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Avanti Avanti (177 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 171 kg more than 1973 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1973 Avanti Avanti (442 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 250 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1973 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Avanti Avanti | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Avanti | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 6570 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 442 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
