1987 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,735 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette (245 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 348 kg more than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Chevrolet Corvette (467 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 211 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
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1987 Chevrolet Corvette | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Musso |
Year Released | 1987 | 2005 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5735 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 245 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 467 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Top Speed | 254 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |