1974 Buick GS vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1974 Buick GS is newer by 25 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 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 131 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 170 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.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Buick GS. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 249 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Buick GS | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | GS | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1974 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5724 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 190 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 394 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2650 mm |