1984 Dodge 600 vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Dodge 600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Dodge 600 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Dodge 600 (142 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Dodge 600 should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 766 kg more than 1984 Dodge 600.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Dodge 600. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Dodge 600. (228 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Dodge 600.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Dodge 600 | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | 600 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2213 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 142 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 228 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.5 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1235 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2760 mm |
