1975 Ford Capri vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Capri would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 129 more horse power than 1975 Ford Capri. (88 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 907 kg more than 1975 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Capri. (126 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Capri | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Capri | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2002 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1593 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1023 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 58 L | 80 L |
