1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2011 Volkswagen T5
To start off, 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Volkswagen T5 (104 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Volkswagen T5 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Volkswagen T5 weights approximately 790 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 Volkswagen T5. 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 Volkswagen T5 (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Volkswagen T5 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 | 2011 Volkswagen T5 | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | T5 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 1896 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 104 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 251 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2270 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1980 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3010 mm |