1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1983 Plymouth Caravelle
To start off, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle 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 Plymouth Caravelle (96 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Plymouth Caravelle 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 315 kg more than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1983 Plymouth Caravelle. 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 Plymouth Caravelle (158 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1983 Plymouth Caravelle 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 Plymouth Caravelle | |
Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
Model | Station Wagon | Caravelle |
Year Released | 1950 | 1983 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2213 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 96 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 158 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1165 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4760 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |