1987 Ford Laser 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 Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Ford Laser 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 151 more horse power than 1987 Ford Laser. (66 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Ford Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1130 kg more than 1987 Ford Laser. 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 Ford Laser. 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 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Ford Laser. (94 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Ford Laser.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Laser | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Laser | Musso |
Year Released | 1987 | 1999 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1296 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 66 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 94 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 800 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 2090 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |