1995 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 3,797 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (230 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 371 kg more than 1995 Ford Thunderbird.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Ford Thunderbird. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1995 Ford Thunderbird (447 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 140 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Ford Thunderbird | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Thunderbird | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3797 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 230 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 84 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1604 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2640 mm |
