1961 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2005 SsangYong Musso
To start off, 2005 SsangYong Musso 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 2,874 cc (5 cylinders), 2005 SsangYong Musso is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 SsangYong Musso (118 HP @ 4100 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 SsangYong Musso should accelerate faster than 1961 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 SsangYong Musso weights approximately 836 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.
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, 2005 SsangYong Musso (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 110 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Jeep CJ5. (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 SsangYong Musso will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
1961 Jeep CJ5 | 2005 SsangYong Musso | |
Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
Model | CJ5 | Musso |
Year Released | 1961 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2874 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 256 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1866 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 |