1986 Ford Meteor vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1986 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Meteor. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Meteor | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Meteor | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
