1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Opel Zafira
To start off, 2008 Opel Zafira is newer by 59 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (104 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 45 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Opel Zafira 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 67 kg more than 2008 Opel Zafira.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Opel Zafira. 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, 2008 Opel Zafira (150 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Opel Zafira 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 | 2008 Opel Zafira | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Zafira |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 150 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1393 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4320 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2700 mm |