1998 Buick Regal vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1998 Buick Regal is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1996 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1996 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1998 Buick Regal. (205 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1998 Buick Regal. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 481 kg more than 1998 Buick Regal. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Buick Regal. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1998 Buick Regal (312 Nm) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm). This means 1998 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Buick Regal | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Buick | SsangYong |
| Model | Regal | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3791 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 205 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 312 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Engine Bore Size | 96.5 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 86.4 mm | 84 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.4:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1494 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4990 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 68 L | 75 L |
