1989 Ford Probe 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 Ford Probe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Probe would be higher. At 2,986 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Ford Probe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Probe (140 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Probe should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Probe. 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 (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Probe. (217 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Probe.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Probe | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Probe | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2986 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 140 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 217 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.3:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Top Speed | 209 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 80 L |
