1999 SsangYong Musso vs. 1987 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Volkswagen Jetta would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP) has 85 more horse power than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1015 kg more than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. 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 (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 112 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta. (97 Nm @ 3300 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Volkswagen Jetta.
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1999 SsangYong Musso | 1987 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Jetta |
Year Released | 1999 | 1987 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 53 HP |
Torque | 209 Nm | 97 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3300 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 90.9 mm | 75 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 72 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1890 kg | 875 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |