1991 Austin Montego vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Austin Montego. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Austin Montego would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1991 Austin Montego. (85 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Austin Montego. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 820 kg more than 1991 Austin Montego. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Austin Montego. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 181 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Austin Montego. (135 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Austin Montego.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Austin Montego | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Austin | SsangYong |
Model | Montego | Musso |
Year Released | 1991 | 2002 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 3197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 217 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 316 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1930 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4470 mm | 4650 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |