1965 Nissan President vs. 2000 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2000 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Nissan President. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Nissan President would be higher. At 3,988 cc (8 cylinders), 1965 Nissan President is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1965 Nissan President. (167 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1965 Nissan President. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 325 kg more than 1965 Nissan President. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2000 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Nissan President. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2000 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, 1965 Nissan President (323 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 SsangYong Musso. (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1965 Nissan President will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 SsangYong Musso. 1965 Nissan President has automatic transmission and 2000 SsangYong Musso has manual transmission. 2000 SsangYong Musso will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1965 Nissan President will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Nissan President | 2000 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | President | Musso |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2000 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3988 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 167 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 323 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1605 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5050 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2640 mm |
