1985 Buick Electra vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Electra would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1985 Buick Electra. (109 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 575 kg more than 1985 Buick Electra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Electra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 111 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Buick Electra. (196 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Buick Electra.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Buick Electra | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Buick | SsangYong |
Model | Electra | Musso |
Year Released | 1985 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2966 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
Torque | 196 Nm | 307 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 1975 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |