1971 Nissan Cherry vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Nissan Cherry would be higher. At 3,199 cc (6 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (53 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1971 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1211 kg more than 1971 Nissan Cherry. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Nissan Cherry. (95 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Nissan Cherry.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Nissan Cherry | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherry | Musso |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1171 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 95 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Vehicle Weight | 695 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3700 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1500 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2340 mm | 2640 mm |
