1986 Avanti Avanti vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1986 Avanti Avanti. (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Avanti Avanti. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 286 kg more than 1986 Avanti Avanti. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Avanti Avanti. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 1986 Avanti Avanti (325 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1986 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Avanti Avanti | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Avanti | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2005 |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
