1989 Ford Escort vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1989 Ford Escort is newer by 39 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (74 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1989 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Escort.
Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Escort. 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, 1950 Jeep Station Wagon (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Escort | 1950 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1989 | 1950 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1700 cc | 2638 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 109 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |