1989 Holden Commodore vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Holden Commodore. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Holden Commodore would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1989 Holden Commodore is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Holden Commodore (168 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Holden Commodore should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 691 kg more than 1989 Holden Commodore.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Holden Commodore. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 1989 Holden Commodore (292 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Holden Commodore will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Holden Commodore | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Holden | SsangYong |
| Model | Commodore | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 119 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 250 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 2001 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2760 mm |
