1949 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Chevrolet Impala
To start off, 2011 Chevrolet Impala is newer by 62 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 3,900 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Chevrolet Impala is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (230 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 171 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Chevrolet Impala should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Chevrolet Impala weights approximately 195 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 2011 Chevrolet Impala. 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, 2011 Chevrolet Impala (318 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Chevrolet Impala will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Chevrolet Impala 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. 2011 Chevrolet Impala will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1949 Jeep Station Wagon | 2011 Chevrolet Impala | |
Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
Model | Station Wagon | Impala |
Year Released | 1949 | 2011 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3900 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 230 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5700 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 318 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1655 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5090 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1852 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2807 mm |