1981 Nissan Cherry vs. 1996 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Musso is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Cherry. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Cherry 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 128 more horse power than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (89 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1981 Nissan Cherry. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1125 kg more than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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 1981 Nissan Cherry. 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 184 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Cherry. (123 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Cherry. 1996 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1981 Nissan Cherry has manual transmission. 1981 Nissan Cherry will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1996 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Nissan Cherry | 1996 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Cherry | Musso |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1488 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 850 kg | 1975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3900 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 2090 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2640 mm |
