1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Dodge Spirit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Dodge Spirit would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 117 more horse power than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Dodge Spirit. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 676 kg more than 1995 Dodge Spirit. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Dodge Spirit. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 134 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Dodge Spirit. (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Dodge Spirit.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Spirit | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2640 mm |
