1989 Jaguar XJR vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Jaguar XJR. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Jaguar XJR would be higher. At 5,996 cc (12 cylinders), 1989 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Jaguar XJR (318 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 200 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 90 kg more than 1989 Jaguar XJR.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Jaguar XJR. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 Jaguar XJR (476 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1989 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Jaguar XJR | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
| Model | XJR | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5996 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 318 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 476 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90.1 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78.5 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 11.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 91 L | 73 L |
