1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1984 Vauxhall Chevette
To start off, 1984 Vauxhall Chevette is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 18 more horse power than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (56 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 625 kg more than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer significantly more control. 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 65 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette. (92 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Vauxhall Chevette.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1984 Vauxhall Chevette | |
Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
Model | Station Wagon | Chevette |
Year Released | 1950 | 1984 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1256 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 56 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 855 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3950 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1580 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2400 mm |