1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1997 Mazda MX-3
To start off, 1997 Mazda MX-3 is newer by 47 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, 1997 Mazda MX-3 (106 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mazda MX-3 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 421 kg more than 1997 Mazda MX-3.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1997 Mazda MX-3. 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 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mazda MX-3. (135 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mazda MX-3.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1997 Mazda MX-3 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mazda |
| Model | Station Wagon | MX-3 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 1997 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1598 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 106 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1059 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2460 mm |
