1953 Jeep CJ vs. 2010 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2010 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 57 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1953 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1953 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2010 SsangYong Rexton is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1953 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 SsangYong Rexton should accelerate faster than 1953 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 856 kg more than 1953 Jeep CJ. 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, 2010 SsangYong Rexton (345 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 200 more torque (in Nm) than 1953 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 SsangYong Rexton will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1953 Jeep CJ. 2010 SsangYong Rexton has automatic transmission and 1953 Jeep CJ has manual transmission. 1953 Jeep CJ will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2010 SsangYong Rexton will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1953 Jeep CJ | 2010 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1953 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 345 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1972 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3130 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2830 mm |
