1980 Mercedes-Benz G vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mercedes-Benz G would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G (125 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mercedes-Benz G should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G. (192 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Mercedes-Benz G.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mercedes-Benz G | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mercedes-Benz | SsangYong |
| Model | G | Musso |
| Year Released | 1980 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2297 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 125 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1940 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2830 mm |
