1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2002 SsangYong Rexton
To start off, 2002 SsangYong Rexton is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 97 more horse power than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (118 HP @ 4100 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 SsangYong Rexton weights approximately 554 kg more than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire.
Because 2002 SsangYong Rexton is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 SsangYong Rexton 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 152 more torque (in Nm) than 2002 SsangYong Rexton. (256 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2002 SsangYong Rexton.
Compare all specifications:
| 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2002 SsangYong Rexton | |
| Make | Oldsmobile | SsangYong |
| Model | Jetfire | Rexton |
| Year Released | 1962 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2874 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 215 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Torque | 408 Nm | 256 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 88.9 mm | 89.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 71.1 mm | 92.4 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1297 kg | 1851 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4730 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2830 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 80 L |
