2001 SsangYong Musso vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 2001 SsangYong Musso is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1994 Volkswagen Gol would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 128 more horse power than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (89 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 985 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2001 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2001 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, 2001 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 176 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. (140 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
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2001 SsangYong Musso | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
Make | SsangYong | Volkswagen |
Model | Musso | Gol |
Year Released | 2001 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1779 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 89 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 316 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 86.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 945 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 3810 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2480 mm |