1978 Porsche 924 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Porsche 924. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Porsche 924 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Porsche 924 (170 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 51 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 821 kg more than 1978 Porsche 924.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Porsche 924. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Porsche 924. (245 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Porsche 924.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Porsche 924 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Porsche | SsangYong |
| Model | 924 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 170 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 245 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86.6 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 7.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 70 L |
