1995 SsangYong Musso vs. 1997 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1997 Toyota Corolla is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Toyota Corolla (108 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 590 kg more than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Toyota Corolla. 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 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Toyota Corolla. (145 Nm @ 4800 RPM). This means 1995 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 SsangYong Musso | 1997 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| 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 | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 192 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1755 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1390 mm |
