1998 Dodge Viper vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Dodge Viper. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Dodge Viper would be higher. At 7,990 cc (10 cylinders), 1998 Dodge Viper is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Dodge Viper (376 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 159 more horse power than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (217 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Dodge Viper should accelerate faster than 2003 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 365 kg more than 1998 Dodge Viper.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Dodge Viper. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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 Dodge Viper (620 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 303 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 SsangYong Musso. (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1998 Dodge Viper will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1998 Dodge Viper | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Dodge | SsangYong |
| Model | Viper | Musso |
| Year Released | 1998 | 2003 |
| Body Type | Roadster | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7990 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 376 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 620 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2640 mm |
