1994 Rover 800 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Rover 800. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Rover 800 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Rover 800 (167 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 49 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Rover 800 should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Rover 800. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Rover 800. (225 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Rover 800.
Compare all specifications:
| 1994 Rover 800 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Rover | SsangYong |
| Model | 800 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1994 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5900 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 225 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 75 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 211 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 3 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4890 mm | 4940 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1770 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 4.8 L/100km | 8.8 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 80 L |
