1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1970 Pontiac GTO is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 7,460 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (360 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 301 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 255 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Pontiac GTO. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (678 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 533 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
Make | Jeep | Pontiac |
Model | Station Wagon | GTO |
Year Released | 1948 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 7460 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 360 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 678 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2700 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1715 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5160 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1950 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1340 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2850 mm |