1992 Ford Escort vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1992 Ford Escort is newer by 43 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Jeep Jeepster. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Jeep Jeepster would be higher. At 2,429 cc (6 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Jeepster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (70 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1992 Ford Escort. (69 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster should accelerate faster than 1992 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Jeepster weights approximately 145 kg more than 1992 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1949 Jeep Jeepster is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1992 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1949 Jeep Jeepster 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, 1949 Jeep Jeepster (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 56 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Ford Escort. (101 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1949 Jeep Jeepster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1992 Ford Escort | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1992 | 1949 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1392 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 69 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 101 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1040 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2650 mm |