1983 Honda Civic vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1983 Honda Civic. (59 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1121 kg more than 1983 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 213 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Honda Civic. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Honda Civic. 2005 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1983 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1983 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Honda Civic | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Musso |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1334 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 94 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 785 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 40 L | 73 L |
