1985 Buick LeSabre vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Buick LeSabre. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Buick LeSabre would be higher. At 3,798 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Buick LeSabre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1985 Buick LeSabre. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Buick LeSabre. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 430 kg more than 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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 1985 Buick LeSabre. 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, 1985 Buick LeSabre (329 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1985 Buick LeSabre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Buick LeSabre | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | LeSabre | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3798 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 163 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 329 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
