1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1988 Opel Vectra
To start off, 1988 Opel Vectra is newer by 38 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (82 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Opel Vectra 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 337 kg more than 1988 Opel Vectra.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Opel Vectra. 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, 1988 Opel Vectra (168 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Opel Vectra 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 | 1988 Opel Vectra | |
Make | Jeep | Opel |
Model | Station Wagon | Vectra |
Year Released | 1950 | 1988 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1686 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 168 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1143 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2670 mm |