1976 Chrysler Cordoba vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Chrysler Cordoba would be higher. At 5,201 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Chrysler Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (133 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 46 kg more than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Chrysler Cordoba. 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, 1976 Chrysler Cordoba (333 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1976 Chrysler Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Chrysler Cordoba | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chrysler | SsangYong |
| Model | Cordoba | Musso |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5201 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 333 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 99.3 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2640 mm |
