1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 1974 Toyota Publica
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Publica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Publica would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Publica. (63 HP @ 6600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Publica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1135 kg more than 1974 Toyota Publica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Publica. (95 Nm @ 4600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Publica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 SsangYong Musso | 1974 Toyota Publica | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Publica |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1164 cc |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 755 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3800 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2270 mm |
