1989 Ford Falcon vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 1989 Ford Falcon. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 486 kg more than 1989 Ford Falcon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Falcon. (236 Nm @ 3250 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Falcon. 2000 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Falcon has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Falcon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Falcon | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Falcon | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3157 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 120 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 236 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2640 mm |
