1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2005 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 55 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (113 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 39 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta 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 190 kg more than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2005 Volkswagen Jetta (165 Nm) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm). This means 2005 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2005 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | Jetta |
Year Released | 1950 | 2005 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 113 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 165 Nm |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1290 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4380 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1740 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |