1997 Proton Perdana vs. 2011 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1997 Proton Perdana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1997 Proton Perdana would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2011 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Proton Perdana (135 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2011 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1997 Proton Perdana should accelerate faster than 2011 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 756 kg more than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Because 2011 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Proton Perdana. 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, 2011 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Proton Perdana. (176 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Proton Perdana.
Compare all specifications:
1997 Proton Perdana | 2011 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Proton | SsangYong |
Model | Perdana | Musso |
Year Released | 1997 | 2011 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 135 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4750 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1245 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4620 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2760 mm |