1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1988 Saab 900
To start off, 1988 Saab 900 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 Saab 900 (101 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Saab 900 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 280 kg more than 1988 Saab 900.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Saab 900. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 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, 1988 Saab 900 (162 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Saab 900 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 Saab 900 | |
| Make | Jeep | Saab |
| Model | Station Wagon | 900 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1985 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 101 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
