1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1982 Vauxhall Nova
To start off, 1982 Vauxhall Nova is newer by 32 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Vauxhall Nova (70 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Vauxhall Nova should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 698 kg more than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Vauxhall Nova. (103 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Vauxhall Nova.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1982 Vauxhall Nova | |
| Make | Jeep | Vauxhall |
| Model | Station Wagon | Nova |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 762 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 3960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2350 mm |
