1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (370 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 110 kg more than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. 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, 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (510 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
| Model | V8 Vantage | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 510 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4900 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 100.1 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 85.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 113 L | 80 L |
