1991 Ford Tempo vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1991 Ford Tempo. (97 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 825 kg more than 1991 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Tempo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Tempo. (175 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Tempo | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Tempo | Musso |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2305 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 175 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 93.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1150 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
