1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Starion

To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion is newer by 41 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion 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 235 kg more than 1988 Mitsubishi Starion.

Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1947 Jeep Station Wagon 1988 Mitsubishi Starion
Make Jeep Mitsubishi
Model Station Wagon Starion
Year Released 1947 1988
Body Type SUV Coupe
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2199 cc 1995 cc
Engine Cylinders 4 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 59 HP 102 HP
Engine RPM 3600 RPM 5500 RPM
Torque 145 Nm 164 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3500 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1360 kg 1125 kg


 

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