1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1961 Jeep CJ5
To start off, 1961 Jeep CJ5 is newer by 11 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. Both 1950 Jeep Station Wagon and 1961 Jeep CJ5 are equipped with a 2,199 cc engine. In terms of performance, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 430 kg more than 1961 Jeep CJ5.
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, 1961 Jeep CJ5 (146 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1961 Jeep CJ5 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 | 1961 Jeep CJ5 | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Station Wagon | CJ5 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1961 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1030 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 |
