1984 Ford Escort 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 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Escort would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1984 Ford Escort. (53 HP @ 4700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1984 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Escort. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 221 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Escort. (95 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Escort | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Escort | Musso |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4700 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 95 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 90 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 84 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 21.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |