1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1989 Plymouth Horizon
To start off, 1989 Plymouth Horizon is newer by 40 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 2,213 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Plymouth Horizon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (91 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Plymouth Horizon 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 435 kg more than 1989 Plymouth Horizon.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Plymouth Horizon. 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, 1989 Plymouth Horizon (165 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Plymouth Horizon 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 | 1989 Plymouth Horizon | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | Station Wagon | Horizon |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1989 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2213 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 91 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
