1986 Ford Thunderbird vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Thunderbird (162 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 623 kg more than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Thunderbird. (241 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Thunderbird.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Thunderbird | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Thunderbird | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2299 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 162 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 241 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1378 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 70 L |
