1983 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 3,753 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (114 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 310 kg more than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice. (237 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Chevrolet Caprice.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Chevrolet Caprice | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Musso |
Year Released | 1983 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3753 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 114 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 237 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1580 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |