1980 Seat 127 vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Seat 127. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Seat 127 would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 170 more horse power than 1980 Seat 127. (47 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1980 Seat 127. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1270 kg more than 1980 Seat 127. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Seat 127. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Seat 127. (63 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Seat 127.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Seat 127 | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Seat | SsangYong |
Model | 127 | Musso |
Year Released | 1980 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 903 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 47 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 63 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 705 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3600 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1530 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2230 mm | 2640 mm |