1978 Mazda 626 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 626. (93 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 871 kg more than 1978 Mazda 626. 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 1978 Mazda 626. 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 626. (150 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 626 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 626 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1768 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3300 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
