1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Korando is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,293 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Korando (148 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 810 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 2005 SsangYong Korando (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 67 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5. 2005 SsangYong Korando has automatic transmission and 1961 Jeep CJ5 has manual transmission. 1961 Jeep CJ5 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2005 SsangYong Korando will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2293 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 213 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1840 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1840 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2490 mm |
