1988 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,012 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 87 more horse power than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 415 kg more than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. 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 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro. (312 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Camaro | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Camaro | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5012 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1515 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
