2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 1991 Toyota 4Runner
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Toyota 4Runner. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Toyota 4Runner would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota 4Runner is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (149 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (112 HP @ 4600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 225 kg more than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. 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 126 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Toyota 4Runner. (192 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Toyota 4Runner.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 SsangYong Musso | 1991 Toyota 4Runner | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | 4Runner |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2366 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 149 HP | 112 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4600 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 192 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1600 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1750 mm |
