1988 Lexus LS 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 Lexus LS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lexus LS would be higher. At 3,969 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Lexus LS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Lexus LS (242 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Lexus LS should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 51 kg more than 1988 Lexus LS.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Lexus LS. 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, 1988 Lexus LS (350 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1988 Lexus LS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Lexus LS | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Lexus | SsangYong |
| Model | LS | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3969 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 242 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1815 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2820 mm | 2640 mm |
