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Yes from all indications it seems that Shodai was stronger than Nidaime (considering they were brothers too). However, Nidaime became Hokage while Shodai was alive (they both trained saru) and presuming they are similar in age since they are brothers it would hint that Shodai did eclipse his brother... not conclusive but really confusing.
1) Should we accept the fact that Shodai > Nidaime based on lore and inferences (this is even more based on lore than yondaime!).
2) Shodai was special w/ mokuton and jinchuuriki controling capabilities - Nidaime had no distinguishing features as such (mentioned)
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3) Should we accept that since yes Nidaime did eclipse his brother and rightfully became Hokage b/c he was the #1 ninja of the village? (but this could be bc Shodai was injured...)
Hard to say, but the lore around Shodai seems sufficient enough for me to think he was stronger and just acquiesced the role to Nidaime to perhaps train Sarutobi more extensively.
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