1999 Opel Meriva vs. 1995 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 Opel Meriva is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1995 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Opel Meriva (99 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (94 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Opel Meriva should accelerate faster than 1995 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 362 kg more than 1999 Opel Meriva.
Because 1995 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Opel Meriva. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1995 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, 1999 Opel Meriva (230 Nm @ 2300 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 SsangYong Musso. (192 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1999 Opel Meriva will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Opel Meriva | 1995 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Opel | SsangYong |
| Model | Meriva | Musso |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1686 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 230 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2300 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1393 kg | 1755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
