2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1980 Talbot Tagora
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Talbot Tagora. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Talbot Tagora would be higher. At 2,664 cc (6 cylinders), 1980 Talbot Tagora is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Talbot Tagora (163 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Talbot Tagora should accelerate faster than 2004 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 480 kg more than 1980 Talbot Tagora.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Talbot Tagora. 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, 1980 Talbot Tagora (230 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 SsangYong Musso. (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1980 Talbot Tagora will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 SsangYong Musso.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1980 Talbot Tagora | |
| Make | SsangYong | Talbot |
| Model | Musso | Tagora |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 230 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 88.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 73 mm |
| 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 | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2820 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 73 L | 70 L |
