2005 SsangYong Musso vs. 1985 Nissan Santana
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Nissan Santana. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Nissan Santana 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 25 more horse power than 1985 Nissan Santana. (93 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1985 Nissan Santana. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 792 kg more than 1985 Nissan Santana. 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 1985 Nissan Santana. 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 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Nissan Santana. (142 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Nissan Santana.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 SsangYong Musso | 1985 Nissan Santana | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Musso | Santana |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1985 |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 1781 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 256 Nm | 142 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2560 mm |
