1994 Buick Roadmaster vs. 1949 Jeep Jeepster
To start off, 1994 Buick Roadmaster is newer by 45 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 5,732 cc (8 cylinders), 1994 Buick Roadmaster is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (256 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 186 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (70 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Buick Roadmaster should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Buick Roadmaster weights approximately 885 kg more than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 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 1994 Buick Roadmaster. 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, 1994 Buick Roadmaster (447 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 290 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1994 Buick Roadmaster will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Jeepster. 1994 Buick Roadmaster has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Jeepster has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Jeepster will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1994 Buick Roadmaster will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1994 Buick Roadmaster | 1949 Jeep Jeepster | |
Make | Buick | Jeep |
Model | Roadmaster | Jeepster |
Year Released | 1994 | 1949 |
Body Type | Station Wagon | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5732 cc | 2429 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 256 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 447 Nm | 157 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 2070 kg | 1185 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5540 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1540 mm | 1530 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2650 mm |