2007 SsangYong Musso vs. 1981 Nissan Leopard
To start off, 2007 SsangYong Musso is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Nissan Leopard. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Nissan Leopard would be higher. At 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2007 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Nissan Leopard (134 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 2007 SsangYong Musso. (118 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Nissan Leopard should accelerate faster than 2007 SsangYong Musso. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 636 kg more than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Because 2007 SsangYong Musso is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1981 Nissan Leopard. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2007 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, 2007 SsangYong Musso (250 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Nissan Leopard. (226 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Nissan Leopard.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 SsangYong Musso | 1981 Nissan Leopard | |
| Make | SsangYong | Nissan |
| Model | Musso | Leopard |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2874 cc | 2753 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1876 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4940 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2630 mm |
