1986 Ford Escort vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 37 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, both vehicles can yield 59 horse power. So under normal driving conditions, the acceleration of both vehicles should be relatively similar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 550 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1986 Ford Escort. 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, 1949 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 35 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Ford Escort. (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Escort | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |
