1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1985 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,212 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Plymouth Caravelle is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 37 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 295 kg more than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Plymouth Caravelle. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1985 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1985 Plymouth Caravelle will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1985 Plymouth Caravelle | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Station Wagon | Caravelle |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1985 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2212 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |
