1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria

To start off, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 61 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 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2011 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (225 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 360 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.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2011 Ford Crown Victoria. 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, 2011 Ford Crown Victoria (369 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria 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. 2011 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

1950 Jeep Station Wagon 2011 Ford Crown Victoria
Make Jeep Ford
Model Station Wagon Crown Victoria
Year Released 1950 2011
Body Type SUV Sedan
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2638 cc 4601 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 8 cylinders
Engine Type in-line V
Horse Power 74 HP 225 HP
Engine RPM 4000 RPM 4800 RPM
Torque 157 Nm 369 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 4000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type 4WD Rear
Transmission Type Manual Automatic
Vehicle Weight 1480 kg 1840 kg
Vehicle Length 4460 mm 5390 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 2000 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1490 mm
Wheelbase Size 2650 mm 2920 mm


 

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