1995 Mitsubishi Diamante vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante would be higher. At 3,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (205 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 356 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante. (306 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Diamante | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | SsangYong |
| Model | Diamante | Musso |
| Year Released | 1995 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3495 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 306 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1550 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4810 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2640 mm |
