1982 Austin Ambassador vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1982 Austin Ambassador is newer by 34 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (91 HP @ 4900 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Austin Ambassador 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 245 kg more than 1982 Austin Ambassador.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1982 Austin Ambassador. 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, 1982 Austin Ambassador (155 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1982 Austin Ambassador will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Austin Ambassador | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Austin | Jeep |
Model | Ambassador | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1982 | 1948 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1994 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 91 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4900 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 155 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1215 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2650 mm |