1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Volvo V50
To start off, 2008 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 (123 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 64 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volvo V50 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 90 kg more than 2008 Volvo V50.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2008 Volvo V50. 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 Volvo V50 (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volvo V50 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 Volvo V50 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Station Wagon | V50 |
Year Released | 1949 | 2008 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1798 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 123 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1370 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4470 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1460 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2650 mm |