1993 Ford Aerostar vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1993 Ford Aerostar is newer by 43 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 2,979 cc (6 cylinders), 1993 Ford Aerostar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Ford Aerostar (143 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Ford Aerostar 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 70 kg more than 1993 Ford Aerostar.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Ford Aerostar. 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, 1993 Ford Aerostar (225 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Ford Aerostar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.

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1993 Ford Aerostar 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Ford Jeep
Model Aerostar Station Wagon
Year Released 1993 1950
Body Type Minivan SUV
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2979 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 143 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 4800 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 225 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 3600 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear 4WD
Vehicle Weight 1410 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4450 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1830 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1860 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 3030 mm 2650 mm