1997 Ford Mustang vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 3,795 cc (6 cylinders), 1997 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Ford Mustang (143 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (138 HP @ 5250 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1999 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 500 kg more than 1997 Ford Mustang.
Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1997 Ford Mustang (298 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 SsangYong Musso. (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1997 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Mustang | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Ford | SsangYong |
| Model | Mustang | Musso |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1999 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3795 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 298 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.8 mm | 90.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86 mm | 88.4 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1390 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2640 mm |
