1948 Jeep CJ2A vs. 1999 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 1999 SsangYong Musso is newer by 51 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep CJ2A. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep CJ2A 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 79 more horse power than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 780 kg more than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 64 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep CJ2A. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep CJ2A.
Compare all specifications:
| 1948 Jeep CJ2A | 1999 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ2A | Musso |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2640 mm |
