1989 Pontiac Grand Prix 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 Pontiac Grand Prix. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix (158 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 431 kg more than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. 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 (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 53 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix. (203 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Pontiac Grand Prix | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Pontiac | SsangYong |
| Model | Grand Prix | Musso |
| Year Released | 1989 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 158 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1435 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 76 L | 73 L |
