1977 Audi 100 vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1977 Audi 100 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Audi 100 (136 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Audi 100 should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 290 kg more than 1977 Audi 100.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1977 Audi 100. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1977 Audi 100 (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1977 Audi 100 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Audi 100 | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Audi | Jeep |
| Model | 100 | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1948 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2144 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 5 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 136 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 172 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |
