2003 SsangYong Musso vs. 1989 Toyota Carina
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Toyota Carina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Toyota Carina would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 123 more horse power than 1989 Toyota Carina. (94 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1989 Toyota Carina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 935 kg more than 1989 Toyota Carina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Toyota Carina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 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, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 178 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Toyota Carina. (139 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Toyota Carina.
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2003 SsangYong Musso | 1989 Toyota Carina | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Carina |
Year Released | 2003 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3199 cc | 1587 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 217 HP | 94 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 317 Nm | 139 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 89.9 mm | 85 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 84 mm | 70 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1930 kg | 995 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4450 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2510 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 80 L | 61 L |