1985 GMC Suburban 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 GMC Suburban. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 GMC Suburban would be higher. At 4,299 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 GMC Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 GMC Suburban (153 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1985 GMC Suburban should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 GMC Suburban weights approximately 415 kg more than 2004 SsangYong Musso. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 GMC Suburban (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1985 GMC Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 GMC Suburban | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | GMC | SsangYong |
| Model | Suburban | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2004 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4299 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 2240 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5480 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1950 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1800 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3300 mm | 2640 mm |
