1989 Ford Meteor 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 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Meteor. 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1989 Ford Meteor has manual transmission. 1989 Ford Meteor 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Meteor | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
