1996 Dodge Ram vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1996 Dodge Ram is newer by 47 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 5,200 cc (8 cylinders), 1996 Dodge Ram is equipped with a bigger engine. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 298 kg more than 1996 Dodge Ram.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1996 Dodge Ram (447 Nm) has 302 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 1996 Dodge Ram will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Dodge Ram | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Dodge | Jeep |
| Model | Ram | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5200 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 0 HP | 59 HP |
| Torque | 447 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3530 mm | 2650 mm |
