1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2005 Opel Tigra
To start off, 2005 Opel Tigra is newer by 56 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Opel Tigra (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra 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 155 kg more than 2005 Opel Tigra.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Opel Tigra, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2005 Opel Tigra (170 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Opel Tigra 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 | 2005 Opel Tigra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Tigra |
Year Released | 1949 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Convertible |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1194 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1205 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3930 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |