1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2007 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2007 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 57 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volkswagen Golf (74 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volkswagen Golf 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 245 kg more than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. 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 (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 2007 Volkswagen Golf. (140 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2007 Volkswagen Golf.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2007 Volkswagen Golf | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | Golf |
Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1968 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 140 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1215 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4210 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1770 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1490 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |