1996 Opel Vectra vs. 2006 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 Opel Vectra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 Opel Vectra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1996 Opel Vectra. (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1996 Opel Vectra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 555 kg more than 1996 Opel Vectra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Opel Vectra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Opel Vectra. (185 Nm @ 1800 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Opel Vectra.
Compare all specifications:
1996 Opel Vectra | 2006 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Opel | SsangYong |
Model | Vectra | Musso |
Year Released | 1996 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 82 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 185 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 89 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 18.5:1 | 22.0:1 |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1310 kg | 1865 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1740 mm |