1984 Ford Sierra 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 Sierra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Sierra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Sierra (160 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Sierra should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 710 kg more than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Sierra. 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Sierra. (216 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Sierra.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Sierra | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Sierra | Musso |
Year Released | 1984 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2792 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 160 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 216 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 93.1 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 68.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2640 mm |