1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2003 Ford Laser
To start off, 2003 Ford Laser is newer by 53 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, 2003 Ford Laser (105 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Laser 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 365 kg more than 2003 Ford Laser.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2003 Ford Laser. 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 12 more torque (in Nm) than 2003 Ford Laser. (145 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2003 Ford Laser. 2003 Ford Laser has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Laser will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2003 Ford Laser | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Station Wagon | Laser |
Year Released | 1950 | 2003 |
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 | 105 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1115 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1420 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2620 mm |