1998 Morgan Plus 4 vs. 2010 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Morgan Plus 4 would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 2010 SsangYong Musso. (119 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 2010 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1081 kg more than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Because 2010 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Morgan Plus 4. (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Morgan Plus 4.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Morgan Plus 4 | 2010 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Morgan | SsangYong |
Model | Plus 4 | Musso |
Year Released | 1998 | 2010 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1992 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 119 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 177 Nm | 250 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 2001 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4940 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1510 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1870 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2760 mm |