1987 Ford Fairlane 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 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,088 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Fairlane (137 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 260 kg more than 1987 Ford Fairlane.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Fairlane. 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 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Ford Fairlane | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Fairlane | Musso |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4088 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 137 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
