2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1979 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,376 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Century (167 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Century should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 19 kg more than 1979 Toyota Century.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Toyota Century (270 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
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2004 SsangYong Musso | 1979 Toyota Century | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Century |
Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2295 cc | 3376 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 167 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 270 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1806 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4990 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1900 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1470 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2870 mm |