2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 1985 Suzuki SJ 410
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (44 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 955 kg more than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410. (74 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Suzuki SJ 410.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 1985 Suzuki SJ 410 | |
| Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
| Model | Musso | SJ 410 |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1985 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 970 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 74 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1470 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1700 mm |
