2000 SsangYong Musso vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Magna
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Magna would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2000 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (115 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 571 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 2000 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna. (198 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Magna.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 SsangYong Musso | 1993 Mitsubishi Magna | |
| Make | SsangYong | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Musso | Magna |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 2555 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 115 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1906 kg | 1335 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1440 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2730 mm |
