1989 Plymouth Laser vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Plymouth Laser. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Plymouth Laser would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (133 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Plymouth Laser. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 700 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Laser. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Laser. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 147 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Plymouth Laser. (169 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Plymouth Laser.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Plymouth Laser | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Plymouth | SsangYong |
| Model | Laser | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1997 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2640 mm |
