1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban
To start off, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is newer by 63 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 5,300 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Chevrolet Suburban is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (316 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 257 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban weights approximately 1182 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, 2013 Chevrolet Suburban (454 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban 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. 2013 Chevrolet Suburban will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | 2013 Chevrolet Suburban | |
| Make | Jeep | Chevrolet |
| Model | Station Wagon | Suburban |
| Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 5300 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 316 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 2642 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 5649 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2009 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1951 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3302 mm |
