1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1954 Jeep CJ
To start off, 1954 Jeep CJ is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 3,151 cc (4 cylinders), 1954 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1954 Jeep CJ. (62 HP @ 3000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1954 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 300 kg more than 1954 Jeep CJ. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1954 Jeep CJ (179 Nm @ 1350 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1954 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1954 Jeep CJ | |
Make | Jeep | Jeep |
Model | Station Wagon | CJ |
Year Released | 1950 | 1954 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3151 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 179 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1350 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1180 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3520 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2060 mm |