1988 Ford Escort vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (89 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 800 kg more than 1988 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Escort | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1859 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6100 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1025 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
