1991 Ford Corsair vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Corsair. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Corsair would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1991 Ford Corsair. (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Corsair. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 760 kg more than 1991 Ford Corsair. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Corsair. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Corsair. (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Corsair.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Corsair | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Corsair | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1974 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 168 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1130 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2640 mm |
