1990 Austin Montego vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Austin Montego would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1990 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Austin Montego.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Austin Montego. (134 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Austin Montego | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Musso |
Year Released | 1990 | 2001 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 134 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1770 mm |