1959 Jensen 541 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1959 Jensen 541. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1959 Jensen 541 would be higher. At 3,993 cc (6 cylinders), 1959 Jensen 541 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1959 Jensen 541 (129 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (97 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1959 Jensen 541 should accelerate faster than 1996 SsangYong Korando. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 310 kg more than 1959 Jensen 541.
Because 1996 SsangYong Korando is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1959 Jensen 541. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando 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, 1959 Jensen 541 (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 120 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 SsangYong Korando. (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1959 Jensen 541 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 SsangYong Korando.
Compare all specifications:
| 1959 Jensen 541 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jensen | SsangYong |
| Model | 541 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1959 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3993 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 310 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1475 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4480 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1850 mm |
