1995 SsangYong Musso vs. 1978 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1995 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 SsangYong Musso (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Celica. (86 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 760 kg more than 1978 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Celica. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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 SsangYong Musso (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Toyota Celica. (118 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1995 SsangYong Musso | 1978 Toyota Celica | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Celica |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1586 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 94 HP | 86 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 192 Nm | 118 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4340 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1330 mm |