1999 Acura NSX vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1999 Acura NSX is newer by 50 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 3,179 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 Acura NSX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Acura NSX (276 HP @ 7300 RPM) has 217 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Acura NSX should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Acura NSX weights approximately 104 kg more than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.

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, 1999 Acura NSX (304 Nm @ 5500 RPM) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Acura NSX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Acura NSX 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Acura Jeep
Model NSX Station Wagon
Year Released 1999 1949
Body Type Coupe SUV
Engine Position Middle Front
Engine Size 3179 cc 2199 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 276 HP 59 HP
Engine RPM 7300 RPM 3600 RPM
Torque 304 Nm 145 Nm
Torque RPM 5500 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Rear Rear
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1464 kg 1360 kg
Vehicle Length 4430 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1820 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1180 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 2540 mm 2650 mm


 

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