1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1994 Suzuki Vitara
To start off, 1994 Suzuki Vitara is newer by 45 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Suzuki Vitara (94 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Suzuki Vitara should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 140 kg more than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 24 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Suzuki Vitara. (133 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Suzuki Vitara.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1994 Suzuki Vitara | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | Jeepster | Vitara |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1994 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 133 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 3 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 3660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2210 mm |
