1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1993 TVR Chimaera
To start off, 1993 TVR Chimaera is newer by 45 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 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 TVR Chimaera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 TVR Chimaera (276 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 TVR Chimaera should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 410 kg more than 1993 TVR Chimaera.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 TVR Chimaera. 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, 1993 TVR Chimaera (388 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 TVR Chimaera 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 | 1993 TVR Chimaera | |
| Make | Jeep | TVR |
| Model | Station Wagon | Chimaera |
| Year Released | 1948 | 1993 |
| Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3946 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1050 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4030 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2290 mm |
