1971 Jeep CJ vs. 2011 SsangYong Actyon
To start off, 2011 SsangYong Actyon is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (139 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1971 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 SsangYong Actyon should accelerate faster than 1971 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 SsangYong Actyon weights approximately 740 kg more than 1971 Jeep CJ. 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, 2011 SsangYong Actyon (310 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Jeep CJ. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 SsangYong Actyon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Jeep CJ.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Jeep CJ | 2011 SsangYong Actyon | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | CJ | Actyon |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| 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 |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| 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 | 1032 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 |
