1974 Oldsmobile Toronado vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado (265 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 140 kg more than 1996 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Oldsmobile Toronado | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
Model | Toronado | Musso |
Year Released | 1974 | 1996 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7446 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 265 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 518 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 104.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 108 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2115 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5620 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3110 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 75 L |