1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1995 Lincoln Continental
To start off, 1995 Lincoln Continental is newer by 46 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 4,599 cc (8 cylinders), 1995 Lincoln Continental is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Lincoln Continental (217 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Lincoln Continental should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Lincoln Continental weights approximately 290 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1995 Lincoln Continental. 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, 1995 Lincoln Continental (372 Nm @ 4750 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Lincoln Continental will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 1995 Lincoln Continental has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1995 Lincoln Continental will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 1995 Lincoln Continental | |
| Make | Jeep | Lincoln |
| Model | Station Wagon | Continental |
| Year Released | 1949 | 1995 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 4599 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 217 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1750 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5250 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2780 mm |
