1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1983 Nissan Laurel
To start off, 1983 Nissan Laurel is newer by 33 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Nissan Laurel (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Nissan Laurel 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 410 kg more than 1983 Nissan Laurel.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Nissan Laurel. 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, 1983 Nissan Laurel (162 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Nissan Laurel 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 | 1983 Nissan Laurel | |
Make | Jeep | Nissan |
Model | Station Wagon | Laurel |
Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1952 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1070 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |