1975 Jaguar XJS vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Jaguar XJS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Jaguar XJS would be higher. At 5,342 cc (12 cylinders), 1975 Jaguar XJS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Jaguar XJS (291 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Jaguar XJS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Jaguar XJS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1975 Jaguar XJS (431 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 186 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1975 Jaguar XJS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Jaguar XJS | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5342 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 431 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 12.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 241 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 8 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 12.1 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 86 L | 80 L |
