2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 1990 Suzuki Jimny
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Suzuki Jimny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Suzuki Jimny would be higher. At 2,873 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (26 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1186 kg more than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 198 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Suzuki Jimny. (52 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Suzuki Jimny.
Compare all specifications:
2007 SsangYong Musso | 1990 Suzuki Jimny | |
Make | SsangYong | Suzuki |
Model | Musso | Jimny |
Year Released | 2007 | 1990 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2873 cc | 539 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 26 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 250 Nm | 52 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 690 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 3200 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2040 mm |