1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1991 Opel Astra
To start off, 1991 Opel Astra is newer by 44 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, 1991 Opel Astra (82 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Opel Astra 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 435 kg more than 1991 Opel Astra.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Opel Astra. 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Opel Astra. (113 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Opel Astra.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1991 Opel Astra | |
| Make | Jeep | Opel |
| Model | Station Wagon | Astra |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1389 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2450 mm |
