2008 SsangYong Musso vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 2,294 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (148 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 940 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2008 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 SsangYong Musso (210 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 105 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
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2008 SsangYong Musso | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
Make | SsangYong | Toyota |
Model | Musso | Corolla |
Year Released | 2008 | 1979 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1290 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 68 HP |
Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 105 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 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 | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1825 kg | 885 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4110 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2410 mm |