2009 Lada Niva vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2009 Lada Niva is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1999 SsangYong Musso. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1999 SsangYong Musso would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 57 more horse power than 2009 Lada Niva. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 2009 Lada Niva. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 605 kg more than 2009 Lada Niva. 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 Lada Niva. (128 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 Lada Niva.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Lada Niva | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Lada | SsangYong |
Model | Niva | Musso |
Year Released | 2009 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1688 cc | 2295 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 138 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
Torque | 128 Nm | 209 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 82 mm | 90.9 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 80 mm | 88.4 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 3 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 1890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3730 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1860 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2210 mm | 2640 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 45 L | 73 L |