1977 Aston Martin Lagonda vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (286 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda weights approximately 359 kg more than 2005 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda. 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, 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda (434 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Aston Martin Lagonda | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | Lagonda | Musso |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 286 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 434 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2225 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5290 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2640 mm |
