1978 Honda Accord vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1045 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (133 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Honda | SsangYong |
Model | Accord | Musso |
Year Released | 1978 | 1996 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1748 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 90 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 133 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 94 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 41 L | 75 L |