1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 1964 Toyota Corona

To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 179 more horse power than 1964 Toyota Corona. (38 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1964 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 990 kg more than 1964 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1964 Toyota Corona. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 248 more torque (in Nm) than 1964 Toyota Corona. (68 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1964 Toyota Corona.

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1999 SsangYong Musso 1964 Toyota Corona
Make SsangYong Toyota
Model Musso Corona
Year Released 1999 1964
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 3199 cc 997 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Valves per Cylinder 4 valves 2 valves
Horse Power 217 HP 38 HP
Engine RPM 5500 RPM 5000 RPM
Torque 316 Nm 68 Nm
Torque RPM 3750 RPM 3200 RPM
Engine Compression Ratio 10.0:1 9.0:1
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Seats 4 seats 5 seats
Number of Doors 2 doors 5 doors
Vehicle Weight 1930 kg 940 kg
Vehicle Length 4650 mm 4000 mm
Vehicle Width 2090 mm 1500 mm
Vehicle Height 1740 mm 1450 mm
Wheelbase Size 2640 mm 2410 mm
Fuel Tank Capacity 80 L 61 L