1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1996 Volvo 460
To start off, 1996 Volvo 460 is newer by 46 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, 1996 Volvo 460 (82 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo 460 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 455 kg more than 1996 Volvo 460.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volvo 460. 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 (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volvo 460. (125 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volvo 460.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1996 Volvo 460 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Station Wagon | 460 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1596 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 125 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1025 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4410 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1690 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2510 mm |