1988 Nissan Sunny vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (59 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1988 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 1000 kg more than 1988 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2002 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 215 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Nissan Sunny. (101 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Nissan Sunny.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Nissan Sunny | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
| Model | Sunny | Musso |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1269 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 101 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75.9 mm | 89.9 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 70.1 mm | 84 mm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |
