1980 Ford Taunus vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP) has 160 more horse power than 1980 Ford Taunus. (57 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1980 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 910 kg more than 1980 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Ford Taunus. (93 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Taunus | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Taunus | Musso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1294 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 217 HP |
| Torque | 93 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 79 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
