1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2007 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2007 Volvo XC90 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 4,414 cc (8 cylinders), 2007 Volvo XC90 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Volvo XC90 (311 HP @ 5850 RPM) has 237 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 708 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, 2007 Volvo XC90 (441 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Volvo XC90 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2007 Volvo XC90 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. 2007 Volvo XC90 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2007 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Station Wagon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2007 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4414 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 311 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5850 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 441 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2870 mm |
