1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1986 Opel Omega
To start off, 1986 Opel Omega is newer by 36 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, 1986 Opel Omega (122 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Omega 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 170 kg more than 1986 Opel Omega.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Opel Omega. 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, 1986 Opel Omega (175 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Omega 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 | 1986 Opel Omega | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Omega |
Year Released | 1950 | 1986 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1998 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 122 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 175 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2600 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1310 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4740 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1540 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2740 mm |