1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2002 Chevrolet S-10
To start off, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 is newer by 54 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (118 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 weights approximately 10 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2002 Chevrolet S-10 (190 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 45 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 has automatic transmission and 1948 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Chevrolet S-10 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 2002 Chevrolet S-10 | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Station Wagon | S-10 |
Year Released | 1948 | 2002 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2196 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 190 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1470 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3130 mm |