1965 Jeep CJ5 vs. 1996 SsangYong Korando
To start off, 1996 SsangYong Korando is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,872 cc (5 cylinders), 1996 SsangYong Korando is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 SsangYong Korando (97 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 SsangYong Korando should accelerate faster than 1965 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 SsangYong Korando weights approximately 755 kg more than 1965 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, 1996 SsangYong Korando (190 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1996 SsangYong Korando will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Jeep CJ5 | 1996 SsangYong Korando | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ5 | Korando |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2872 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 97 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1785 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4340 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1850 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1850 mm |
