1950 Jeep Station Wagon vs. 2013 Volvo S60
To start off, 2013 Volvo S60 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volvo S60 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volvo S60 (296 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volvo S60 should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volvo S60 weights approximately 253 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.
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 Volvo S60 (441 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2013 Volvo S60 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 | 2013 Volvo S60 | |
Make | Jeep | Volvo |
Model | Station Wagon | S60 |
Year Released | 1950 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2638 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | W |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 296 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 157 Nm | 441 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
Vehicle Weight | 1480 kg | 1733 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 2097 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1484 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |