1956 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Musso is newer by 52 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 3,687 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Musso (217 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 82 more horse power than 1956 Jeep CJ5. (135 HP @ 4200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1956 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 726 kg more than 1956 Jeep CJ5. 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, 1956 Jeep CJ5 (325 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 SsangYong Musso. (307 Nm @ 4700 RPM). This means 1956 Jeep CJ5 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 SsangYong Musso. 2008 SsangYong Musso has automatic transmission and 1956 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1956 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2008 SsangYong Musso will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 SsangYong Musso | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ5 | Musso |
| Year Released | 1956 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3687 cc | 3199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 325 Nm | 307 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1906 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2640 mm |
