1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage would be higher. At 5,340 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (402 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 86 kg more than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage (550 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 242 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (308 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 SsangYong Musso. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage has manual transmission. 1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1989 Aston Martin V8 Vantage | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Aston Martin | SsangYong |
Model | V8 Vantage | Musso |
Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5340 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 402 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 550 Nm | 308 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Top Speed | 270 km/hour | 176 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1820 kg | 1906 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 97 L | 73 L |