1992 Opel Astra vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1992 Opel Astra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1992 Opel Astra would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 83 more horse power than 1992 Opel Astra. (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1992 Opel Astra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 885 kg more than 1992 Opel Astra. 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 1992 Opel Astra. 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 (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 127 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Opel Astra. (189 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Opel Astra | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Astra | Musso |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 189 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 86 mm | 90 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1045 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2620 mm | 2640 mm |
