1991 Chevrolet Astro vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Chevrolet Astro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Chevrolet Astro would be higher. At 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1991 Chevrolet Astro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. (183 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 34 kg more than 1991 Chevrolet Astro. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1991 Chevrolet Astro (338 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1991 Chevrolet Astro will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Chevrolet Astro | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
| Model | Astro | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Minivan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 183 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 101.6 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1896 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1910 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2640 mm |
