1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (202 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight should accelerate faster than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight (352 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 SsangYong Musso. (245 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 SsangYong Musso.

Compare all specifications:

1996 Oldsmobile Eighty-Eight 2005 SsangYong Musso
Make Oldsmobile SsangYong
Model Eighty-Eight Musso
Year Released 1996 2005
Body Type Sedan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3791 cc 2874 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 5 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 202 HP 118 HP
Engine RPM 4400 RPM 4100 RPM
Torque 352 Nm 245 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 2400 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Diesel
Drive Type Front 4WD
Number of Seats 5 seats 3 seats
Number of Doors 4 doors 4 doors
Vehicle Length 5130 mm 4940 mm
Vehicle Width 1900 mm 1870 mm
Vehicle Height 1420 mm 1770 mm


 

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