1974 Ford Fairlane vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 3,984 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1974 Ford Fairlane. (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Fairlane. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 478 kg more than 1974 Ford Fairlane. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Fairlane. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1974 Ford Fairlane (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Fairlane | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1452 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
