1995 Acura Legend vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Acura Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Acura Legend would be higher. At 3,206 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Acura Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 335 kg more than 1995 Acura Legend. 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 1995 Acura Legend. 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 30 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (286 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 1999 SsangYong Musso
Make Acura SsangYong
Model Legend Musso
Year Released 1995 1999
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3206 cc 3199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 200 HP 217 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 286 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 90 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Weight 1595 kg 1930 kg
Vehicle Length 4960 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 2090 mm
Vehicle Height 1410 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2920 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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