1987 Ford Mustang vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1987 Ford Mustang is newer by 37 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Ford Mustang (89 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 230 kg more than 1987 Ford Mustang.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Ford Mustang. 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, 1987 Ford Mustang (176 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 19 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1987 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Ford Mustang | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Mustang | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1987 | 1950 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2301 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 89 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1250 kg | 1480 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4570 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2650 mm |