1968 Nissan Cedric vs. 2003 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2003 SsangYong Musso is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Nissan Cedric. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Nissan Cedric would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (114 HP @ 5200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1968 Nissan Cedric. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 640 kg more than 1968 Nissan Cedric. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2003 SsangYong Musso (317 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Nissan Cedric. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2003 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Nissan Cedric.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Nissan Cedric | 2003 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cedric | Musso |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1290 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4700 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1470 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2640 mm |
