1989 Ford Capri vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 665 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri.

Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1995 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (184 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.

Compare all specifications:

1989 Ford Capri 1995 SsangYong Musso
Make Ford SsangYong
Model Capri Musso
Year Released 1989 1995
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1598 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 134 HP 94 HP
Engine RPM 6000 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 184 Nm 192 Nm
Torque RPM 3000 RPM 2600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1090 kg 1755 kg
Vehicle Length 4230 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1640 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1290 mm 1740 mm


 

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