2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1984 Ford Tempo
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Tempo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Tempo would be higher. At 2,306 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1984 Ford Tempo. (89 HP @ 4700 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Tempo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 720 kg more than 1984 Ford Tempo. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2004 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Ford Tempo. 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Tempo. (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Tempo.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1984 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | SsangYong | Ford |
| Model | Musso | Tempo |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 2306 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 89 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Torque | 210 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 91 mm | 96 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 88.4 mm | 79.5 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2540 mm |
