1991 Ford Orion 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 Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Orion would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 29 more horse power than 1991 Ford Orion. (89 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Orion. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 870 kg more than 1991 Ford Orion. 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 Orion. 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 (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Orion. (130 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Orion. 1999 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1991 Ford Orion has manual transmission. 1991 Ford Orion will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Orion | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Orion | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2250 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 76 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1020 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
