1981 Mazda 323 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Mazda 323 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1981 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1981 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1040 kg more than 1981 Mazda 323. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 177 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Mazda 323 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
| Model | 323 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1069 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 79 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2640 mm |
