1975 Nissan Violet vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Nissan Violet. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Nissan Violet would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1975 Nissan Violet. (64 HP @ 5800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1975 Nissan Violet. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1035 kg more than 1975 Nissan Violet. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1996 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1975 Nissan Violet. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 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, 1996 SsangYong Musso (307 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 191 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Nissan Violet. (116 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Nissan Violet.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Nissan Violet | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Violet | Musso |
| Year Released | 1975 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1428 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 116 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4130 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1590 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2640 mm |
