1973 Honda 1300 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 Honda 1300. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Honda 1300 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1973 Honda 1300. (81 HP @ 7000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Honda 1300. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 860 kg more than 1973 Honda 1300. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1973 Honda 1300. 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Honda 1300. (105 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Honda 1300.
Compare all specifications:
1973 Honda 1300 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | 1300 | Musso |
Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 2874 cc |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 7000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 105 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |