1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco (120 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 162 kg more than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco. 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 Volkswagen Scirocco (200 Nm @ 1500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco 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 Volkswagen Scirocco will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2012 Volkswagen Scirocco | |
Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
Model | Station Wagon | Scirocco |
Year Released | 1950 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1390 cc |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 120 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 145 Nm | 200 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 1298 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4256 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1810 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1404 mm |