1970 Ford Mustang vs. 1947 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1970 Ford Mustang is newer by 23 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 7,014 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Mustang (99 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Mustang weights approximately 124 kg more than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. 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 1970 Ford Mustang. 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, 1970 Ford Mustang (637 Nm) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 1970 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1947 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Mustang | 1947 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1947 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7014 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 99 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 637 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1584 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4750 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2650 mm |
