1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2008 Suzuki Jimny

To start off, 2008 Suzuki Jimny is newer by 58 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, 2008 Suzuki Jimny (85 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Suzuki Jimny 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 345 kg more than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.

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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 2008 Suzuki Jimny. (110 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2008 Suzuki Jimny.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Jeep Station Wagon 2008 Suzuki Jimny
Make Jeep Suzuki
Model Station Wagon Jimny
Year Released 1950 2008
Body Type SUV SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2638 cc 1326 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 74 HP 85 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 110 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4100 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline - Premium
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1135 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 3650 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1610 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1680 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2260 mm


 

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