1996 Honda NSX vs. 2001 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Honda NSX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Honda NSX would be higher. At 2,977 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Honda NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Honda NSX (280 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 2001 SsangYong Musso. (149 HP @ 6200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Honda NSX should accelerate faster than 2001 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 455 kg more than 1996 Honda NSX.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Honda NSX. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Honda NSX. (294 Nm @ 5400 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Honda NSX. 2001 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1996 Honda NSX has manual transmission. 1996 Honda NSX will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2001 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Honda NSX | 2001 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Honda | SsangYong |
| Model | NSX | Musso |
| Year Released | 1996 | 2001 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 2977 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 280 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 294 Nm | 318 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 90 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 78 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.2:1 | 10.4:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1825 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4410 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1180 mm | 1740 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 70 L | 73 L |
