1975 Holden Torana vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1975 Holden Torana is newer by 26 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Holden Torana (101 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Holden Torana should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 244 kg more than 1975 Holden Torana.
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. Let's talk about torque, 1975 Holden Torana (156 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1975 Holden Torana will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1975 Holden Torana | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Holden | Jeep |
Model | Torana | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1975 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1897 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 101 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 156 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 1360 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2650 mm |