1961 Ford Taunus vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1961 Ford Taunus is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1947 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1961 Ford Taunus. (53 HP @ 4250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1961 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 500 kg more than 1961 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1947 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1961 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1947 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, 1947 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 34 more torque (in Nm) than 1961 Ford Taunus. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1947 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1961 Ford Taunus.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Ford Taunus | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Taunus | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1947 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1497 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2650 mm |
