1980 Holden Statesman vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1980 Holden Statesman is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1950 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 5,042 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Holden Statesman is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Holden Statesman (169 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Holden Statesman should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Holden Statesman weights approximately 242 kg more than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1980 Holden Statesman. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1950 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, 1980 Holden Statesman (361 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 204 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1980 Holden Statesman will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 1980 Holden Statesman has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1980 Holden Statesman will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Holden Statesman | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Holden | Jeep |
| Model | Statesman | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1950 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5042 cc | 2638 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 169 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 361 Nm | 157 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1722 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5160 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
