1990 Ford Fiesta vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Fiesta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Fiesta 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 1990 Ford Fiesta. (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Fiesta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1020 kg more than 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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 1990 Ford Fiesta. 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 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Ford Fiesta. (183 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Ford Fiesta.
Compare all specifications:
1990 Ford Fiesta | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Ford | SsangYong |
Model | Fiesta | Musso |
Year Released | 1990 | 2000 |
Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 133 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 80 mm | 89.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 79.5 mm | 84 mm |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3810 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 80 L |