1987 Alfa Romeo 75 vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (182 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 718 kg more than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75. (240 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Alfa Romeo 75.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Alfa Romeo 75 | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Alfa Romeo | SsangYong |
| Model | 75 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2959 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 240 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 72.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1212 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
