1973 Mazda 929 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 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mazda 929 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 11 more horse power than 1973 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1973 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 595 kg more than 1973 Mazda 929. 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 Mazda 929. 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 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mazda 929. (137 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mazda 929 | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1973 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1160 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4550 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
