1949 Jeep Jeepster vs. 2007 Toyota Highlander
To start off, 2007 Toyota Highlander is newer by 58 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 3,311 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Toyota Highlander is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota Highlander (268 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 198 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota Highlander should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota Highlander weights approximately 170 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, 2007 Toyota Highlander (287 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota Highlander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Jeepster | 2007 Toyota Highlander | |
| Make | Jeep | Toyota |
| Model | Jeepster | Highlander |
| Year Released | 1949 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2429 cc | 3311 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 268 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 287 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1185 kg | 1355 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4530 mm | 4720 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1760 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2720 mm |
