1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is newer by 60 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 2,378 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Galant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (160 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant weights approximately 60 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 2008 Mitsubishi Galant. 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Galant (213 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant 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. 2008 Mitsubishi Galant will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1948 Jeep Station Wagon | 2008 Mitsubishi Galant | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Station Wagon | Galant |
Year Released | 1948 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2378 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 213 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4860 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1850 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1480 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2760 mm |