2002 SsangYong Musso vs. 1990 Subaru Leone
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Subaru Leone. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Subaru Leone would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1990 Subaru Leone. (64 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Subaru Leone. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 950 kg more than 1990 Subaru Leone. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1990 Subaru Leone. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 218 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Subaru Leone. (98 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Subaru Leone.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 SsangYong Musso | 1990 Subaru Leone | |
| Make | SsangYong | Subaru |
| Model | Musso | Leone |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3197 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 217 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 316 Nm | 98 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4380 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2470 mm |
