1989 Audi 90 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Audi 90. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Audi 90 would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Audi 90. (114 HP @ 5400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Audi 90. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 820 kg more than 1989 Audi 90. 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 1989 Audi 90. 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 (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 144 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Audi 90. (172 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Audi 90.

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1989 Audi 90 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Audi SsangYong
Model 90 Musso
Year Released 1989 2005
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1994 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 5 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 114 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5400 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 172 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4000 RPM 3750 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Vehicle Weight 1110 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4400 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1700 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2550 mm 2640 mm