1966 Jaguar 420G vs. 2009 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2009 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Jaguar 420G. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Jaguar 420G would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1966 Jaguar 420G is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Jaguar 420G (255 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 92 more horse power than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (163 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Jaguar 420G should accelerate faster than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 145 kg more than 1966 Jaguar 420G.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1966 Jaguar 420G (373 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. (340 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1966 Jaguar 420G will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2009 SsangYong Rodius. 2009 SsangYong Rodius has automatic transmission and 1966 Jaguar 420G has manual transmission. 1966 Jaguar 420G will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 SsangYong Rodius will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1966 Jaguar 420G | 2009 SsangYong Rodius | |
Make | Jaguar | SsangYong |
Model | 420G | Rodius |
Year Released | 1966 | 2009 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4235 cc | 2696 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 255 HP | 163 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 373 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 92.1 mm | 86.3 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 106 mm | 92.4 mm |
Engine Compression Ratio | 8.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
Top Speed | 198 km/hour | 174 km/hour |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1778 kg | 1923 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 5130 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1920 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 3010 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 90 L | 80 L |