1984 Honda Civic vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Honda Civic would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1984 Honda Civic. (100 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1106 kg more than 1984 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 174 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Honda Civic. (131 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Honda Civic. 2002 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1984 Honda Civic has manual transmission. 1984 Honda Civic will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Honda Civic | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | Civic | Musso |
| Year Released | 1984 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 131 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Top Speed | 180 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3760 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 73 L |
