1986 Pontiac 1000 vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Pontiac 1000. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Pontiac 1000 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (64 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1986 Pontiac 1000. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 970 kg more than 1986 Pontiac 1000. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Pontiac 1000. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 208 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Pontiac 1000. (109 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Pontiac 1000.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Pontiac 1000 | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | 1000 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1986 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4120 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
