1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria
To start off, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 62 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 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2012 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (224 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 1376 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 2012 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, 2012 Ford Crown Victoria (359 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 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. 2012 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Ford Crown Victoria | |
Make | Jeep | Ford |
Model | Station Wagon | Crown Victoria |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 4605 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 224 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4750 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 359 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 2856 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5390 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1970 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1450 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2920 mm |