1988 Renault 5 vs. 2004 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Renault 5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Renault 5 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2004 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 73 more horse power than 1988 Renault 5. (45 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Renault 5.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Renault 5. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (305 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 225 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Renault 5. (80 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Renault 5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Renault 5 | 2004 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Renault | SsangYong |
| Model | 5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1108 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 45 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 80 Nm | 305 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 143 km/hour | 151 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 16 seconds | 16.4 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 3660 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 80 L |
