1992 Chevrolet APV vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1992 Chevrolet APV is newer by 43 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1992 Chevrolet APV is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Chevrolet APV (118 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Chevrolet APV should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Chevrolet APV weights approximately 130 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Chevrolet APV. 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, 1992 Chevrolet APV (237 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1992 Chevrolet APV will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 1992 Chevrolet APV has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1992 Chevrolet APV will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Chevrolet APV | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | APV | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3135 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 237 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1590 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4930 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1670 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
