1947 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1999 Volvo V40
To start off, 1999 Volvo V40 is newer by 52 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, 1999 Volvo V40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo V40 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 220 kg more than 1999 Volvo V40.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo V40. 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 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo V40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo V40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | 1999 Volvo V40 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Station Wagon | V40 |
| Year Released | 1947 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 143 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1240 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
