1996 Acura NSX vs. 2007 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Acura NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Acura NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Acura NSX (271 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 496 kg more than 1996 Acura NSX.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Acura NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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 Acura NSX (284 Nm @ 5400 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Acura NSX | 2007 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Acura | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2007 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 271 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 284 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 89 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 22.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 275 km/hour | 156 km/hour |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1866 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2540 mm | 2640 mm |
