1999 Ford Telstar vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 1999 Ford Telstar is newer by 49 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 2,638 cc (6 cylinders), 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Telstar (163 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Telstar 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 205 kg more than 1999 Ford Telstar.

Because 1950 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Ford Telstar. 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, 1999 Ford Telstar (217 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon.

Compare all specifications:

1999 Ford Telstar 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Ford Jeep
Model Telstar Station Wagon
Year Released 1999 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 2497 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 6 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type in-line in-line
Horse Power 163 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 5600 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 217 Nm 157 Nm
Torque RPM 4800 RPM 3600 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Drive Type Front 4WD
Transmission Type Manual Manual
Vehicle Weight 1275 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 4200 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 1650 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 1400 mm 1860 mm


 

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