1991 Ford Escort vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1991 Ford Escort is newer by 43 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, 1991 Ford Escort (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1991 Ford Escort 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 395 kg more than 1991 Ford Escort.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1991 Ford Escort. 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, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Ford Escort. (135 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1991 Ford Escort | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1991 | 1948 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 105 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 135 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4040 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1860 mm |