1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1981 Opel Ascona

To start off, 1981 Opel Ascona is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Opel Ascona (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Opel Ascona should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 540 kg more than 1981 Opel Ascona.

Let's talk about torque, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Opel Ascona. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Opel Ascona.

Compare all specifications:

1947 Jeep Station Wagon 1981 Opel Ascona
Make Jeep Opel
Model Station Wagon Ascona
Year Released 1947 1981
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2199 cc 1295 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5800 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 101 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3800 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1460 kg 920 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 4380 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1680 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2580 mm


 

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