1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 1999 Volvo S40
To start off, 1999 Volvo S40 is newer by 49 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, 1999 Volvo S40 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Volvo S40 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 255 kg more than 1999 Volvo S40.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Volvo S40. 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 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 Volvo S40. (143 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1999 Volvo S40.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 1999 Volvo S40 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Station Wagon | S40 |
Year Released | 1950 | 1999 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 143 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1225 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4490 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1730 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2560 mm |