1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2010 Volvo XC90
To start off, 2010 Volvo XC90 is newer by 60 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (200 HP) has 126 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Volvo XC90 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Volvo XC90 weights approximately 675 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, 2010 Volvo XC90 (420 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 263 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2010 Volvo XC90 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 | 2010 Volvo XC90 | |
| Make | Jeep | Volvo |
| Model | Station Wagon | XC90 |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2010 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2638 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 200 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 420 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2155 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4808 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1897 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1783 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2860 mm |
