1979 Lancia Delta vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Lancia Delta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Lancia Delta would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1979 Lancia Delta. (85 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1979 Lancia Delta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1979 Lancia Delta. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Lancia Delta. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 193 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Lancia Delta. (123 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Lancia Delta.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Lancia Delta | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lancia | SsangYong |
Model | Delta | Musso |
Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1498 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 123 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3890 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 59 L | 80 L |