1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight would be higher. At 3,790 cc (6 cylinders), 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (123 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 435 kg more than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 52 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. (264 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight has automatic transmission and 2001 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2001 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1985 Oldsmobile Ninety-Eight | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Ninety-Eight | Musso |
| Year Released | 1985 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3790 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 264 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1495 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5010 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
