1998 Ford Escort vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 1998 Ford Escort is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Ford Escort (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 290 kg more than 1998 Ford Escort.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 1948 Jeep Station Wagon (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Ford Escort. (114 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1948 Jeep Station Wagon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Ford Escort | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Escort | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 1998 | 1948 |
Body Type | Convertible | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1391 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 114 Nm | 145 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1460 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4460 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1830 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |