1986 Buick Estate 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 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Estate would be higher. At 6,598 cc (8 cylinders), 1986 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Estate (183 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Buick Estate. 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 Buick Estate (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

1986 Buick Estate 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Buick SsangYong
Model Estate Musso
Year Released 1986 2005
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6598 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 183 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 435 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2200 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 5 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1770 mm


 

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