1968 Jeep CJ5 vs. 2008 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Jeep CJ5. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Jeep CJ5 would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Jeep CJ5 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP) has 80 more horse power than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (59 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1968 Jeep CJ5. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 742 kg more than 1968 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, 2008 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Jeep CJ5. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Jeep CJ5.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Jeep CJ5 | 2008 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ5 | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1968 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Crossover |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 139 HP |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1772 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2750 mm |
