1974 Renault 12 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 Renault 12. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Renault 12 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1974 Renault 12. (53 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Renault 12. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 940 kg more than 1974 Renault 12. 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 Renault 12. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Renault 12. (96 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Renault 12. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1974 Renault 12 has manual transmission. 1974 Renault 12 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Renault 12 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 12 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1289 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 96 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 950 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
