1985 Buick Estate vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Buick Estate (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso.

Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Buick Estate. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1985 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1985 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

1985 Buick Estate 2004 SsangYong Musso
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Estate Musso
Year Released 1985 2004
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 182 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 305 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2830 mm


 

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