1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is newer by 50 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Vauxhall Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (202 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 132 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera weights approximately 639 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 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, 1999 Vauxhall Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Jeepster has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Jeepster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1999 Vauxhall Frontera will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 1999 Vauxhall Frontera | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Jeepster | Frontera |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3165 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 202 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 290 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1824 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2710 mm |
