1991 Nissan Sunny vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso

To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Nissan Sunny. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Nissan Sunny would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 SsangYong Musso (138 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (74 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1991 Nissan Sunny. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 730 kg more than 1991 Nissan Sunny. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

Because 1999 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Nissan Sunny. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1999 SsangYong Musso (209 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Nissan Sunny. (132 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Nissan Sunny.

Compare all specifications:

1991 Nissan Sunny 1999 SsangYong Musso
Make Nissan SsangYong
Model Sunny Musso
Year Released 1991 1999
Body Type Station Wagon SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 1973 cc 2295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 138 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 5250 RPM
Torque 132 Nm 209 Nm
Torque RPM 2800 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Diesel Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Number of Doors 5 doors 3 doors
Vehicle Weight 1160 kg 1890 kg
Vehicle Length 4180 mm 4660 mm
Vehicle Width 1670 mm 1860 mm
Vehicle Height 1530 mm 1740 mm


 

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