1995 Nissan Sentra vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Nissan Sentra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Nissan Sentra would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more horse power than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1995 Nissan Sentra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 906 kg more than 1995 Nissan Sentra. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Nissan Sentra. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Nissan Sentra. (119 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Nissan Sentra.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Nissan Sentra | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Nissan | SsangYong |
Model | Sentra | Musso |
Year Released | 1995 | 2005 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 119 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1866 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4660 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1870 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2640 mm |