1987 Avanti Avanti 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 Avanti Avanti. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Avanti Avanti would be higher. At 5,002 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Avanti Avanti is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Avanti Avanti (187 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Avanti Avanti should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 270 kg more than 1987 Avanti Avanti.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Avanti Avanti. 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, 1987 Avanti Avanti (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Avanti Avanti will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Avanti Avanti | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Avanti | SsangYong |
| Model | Avanti | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5002 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 95 L | 73 L |
