2006 SsangYong Musso vs. 1977 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 2006 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Vauxhall Chevette would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2006 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette (133 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 2006 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Vauxhall Chevette should accelerate faster than 2006 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 975 kg more than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Because 2006 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 2006 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 71 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette. (185 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 2006 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 SsangYong Musso | 1977 Vauxhall Chevette | |
| Make | SsangYong | Vauxhall |
| Model | Musso | Chevette |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2279 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 185 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 89 mm | 97.5 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 92.4 mm | 76.2 mm |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1865 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 3950 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |
