1995 Acura Legend vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1995 Acura Legend. (200 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Acura Legend.

Because 2005 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, 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 (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Acura Legend. (285 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Acura Legend. 1995 Acura Legend has automatic transmission and 2005 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2005 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Acura Legend will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1995 Acura Legend 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Acura SsangYong
Model Legend Musso
Year Released 1995 2005
Body Type Coupe 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 285 Nm 316 Nm
Torque RPM 4500 RPM 3750 RPM
Engine Bore Size 90 mm 89.9 mm
Engine Stroke Size 84 mm 84 mm
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Number of Seats 5 seats 4 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 2 doors
Vehicle Length 4900 mm 4650 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1370 mm 1740 mm
Wheelbase Size 2840 mm 2640 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 68 L 80 L


 

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