1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 865 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Lancer | Musso |
Year Released | 1976 | 1995 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 93 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 132 Nm | 192 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1755 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |