1978 Mazda 929 vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mazda 929. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mazda 929 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 66 more horse power than 1978 Mazda 929. (83 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Mazda 929. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 755 kg more than 1978 Mazda 929. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mazda 929. (134 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mazda 929.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mazda 929 | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 929 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 134 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1070 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 73 L |
