1946 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1989 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1989 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1946 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1946 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1946 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 720 kg more than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1946 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1946 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, 1946 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Vauxhall Nova. (69 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1946 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
1946 Jeep Station Wagon | 1989 Vauxhall Nova | |
Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
Model | Station Wagon | Nova |
Year Released | 1946 | 1989 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 993 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 44 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 69 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 740 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |