1982 Opel Ascona vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Opel Ascona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Opel Ascona would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1982 Opel Ascona. (59 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Ascona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 911 kg more than 1982 Opel Ascona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Opel Ascona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Ascona. (94 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Ascona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Opel Ascona | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Ascona | Musso |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 2873 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 73.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 150 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 965 kg | 1876 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 70 L |
