1987 Mazda 626 vs. 2009 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Musso is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mazda 626. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mazda 626 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2009 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 SsangYong Musso (119 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1987 Mazda 626. (89 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Mazda 626. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 881 kg more than 1987 Mazda 626. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2009 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda 626. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 116 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mazda 626. (134 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2009 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mazda 626.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mazda 626 | 2009 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mazda | SsangYong |
Model | 626 | Musso |
Year Released | 1987 | 2009 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1789 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4520 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2760 mm |