1996 AC Cobra vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 AC Cobra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 AC Cobra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 AC Cobra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 AC Cobra (365 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 227 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 AC Cobra should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 864 kg more than 1996 AC Cobra.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 AC Cobra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1996 AC Cobra (579 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 370 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1996 AC Cobra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 AC Cobra | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | AC | SsangYong |
| Model | Cobra | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 365 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 579 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4210 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2300 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 73 L |
