1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2004 Mazda 6
To start off, 2004 Mazda 6 is newer by 54 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (160 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mazda 6 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Mazda 6 weights approximately 125 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2004 Mazda 6 (205 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2004 Mazda 6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2004 Mazda 6 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. 2004 Mazda 6 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2004 Mazda 6 | |
Make | Jeep | Mazda |
Model | Station Wagon | 6 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2004 |
Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2261 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 160 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 205 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1605 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4710 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1790 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1500 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2630 mm |