1984 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1984 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (149 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 156 kg more than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1984 Chevrolet Caprice (333 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 83 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice has automatic transmission and 2007 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2007 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1984 Chevrolet Caprice will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1984 Chevrolet Caprice | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Caprice | Musso |
Year Released | 1984 | 2007 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2873 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 333 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 94.9 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1720 kg | 1876 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5460 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2760 mm |