1986 Audi 80 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Audi 80. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Audi 80 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1986 Audi 80. (115 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Audi 80. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 790 kg more than 1986 Audi 80. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 143 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Audi 80. (173 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Audi 80.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Audi 80 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Audi | SsangYong |
| Model | 80 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1984 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 173 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2640 mm |
