1988 Dodge Spirit vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1988 Dodge Spirit is newer by 38 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 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Dodge Spirit 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 206 kg more than 1988 Dodge Spirit.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Dodge Spirit. 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, 1988 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1988 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Dodge Spirit | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Dodge | Jeep |
Model | Spirit | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1988 | 1950 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2499 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |