1989 Mitsubishi Pajero 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 Mitsubishi Pajero. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (83 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero. (201 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Pajero.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Mitsubishi Pajero | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
Model | Pajero | Musso |
Year Released | 1989 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2477 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 83 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 201 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1600 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2640 mm |