1983 Mazda 323 vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mazda 323. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mazda 323 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 65 more horse power than 1983 Mazda 323. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1983 Mazda 323. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1026 kg more than 1983 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mazda 323. (79 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mazda 323.
Compare all specifications:
1983 Mazda 323 | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 323 | Musso |
Year Released | 1983 | 2007 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1071 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 79 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3960 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2370 mm | 2760 mm |