1948 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Volkswagen GTI
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen GTI is newer by 64 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (232 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 173 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 59 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen GTI.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen GTI. 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, 2012 Volkswagen GTI (300 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen GTI 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 | 2012 Volkswagen GTI | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | Station Wagon | GTI |
| Year Released | 1948 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 232 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 300 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1401 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4213 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1786 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1501 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2578 mm |
