1996 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,737 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette (277 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 381 kg more than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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 Chevrolet Corvette (437 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 187 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM). This means 1996 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 SsangYong Musso.
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1996 Chevrolet Corvette | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Chevrolet | SsangYong |
Model | Corvette | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2011 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5737 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 277 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 437 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4580 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2660 mm | 2760 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 117 L | 70 L |