2004 SsangYong Musso vs. 1987 Toyota Century
To start off, 2004 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Century would be higher. At 3,995 cc (8 cylinders), 1987 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 SsangYong Musso (220 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Century. (153 HP @ 4400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 100 kg more than 1987 Toyota Century. 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 1987 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, 2004 SsangYong Musso (318 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 29 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Century. (289 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Century.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 SsangYong Musso | 1987 Toyota Century | |
| Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
| Model | Musso | Century |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3199 cc | 3995 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 220 HP | 153 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 289 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4700 RPM | 3600 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 | 1906 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 |
