1955 Dodge Custom vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1955 Dodge Custom is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,424 cc (8 cylinders), 1955 Dodge Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1955 Dodge Custom (181 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 122 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1955 Dodge Custom should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1955 Dodge Custom weights approximately 110 kg more than 1949 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 rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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.
Compare all specifications:
| 1955 Dodge Custom | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Custom | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1955 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4424 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 181 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5190 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2650 mm |
