1954 Jeep CJ vs. 2002 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Musso is newer by 48 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1954 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1954 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 3,197 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 900 kg more than 1954 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, 2002 SsangYong Musso (316 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 171 more torque (in Nm) than 1954 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1954 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1954 Jeep CJ | 2002 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ | Musso |
| Year Released | 1954 | 2002 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 316 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
