2000 Ford Equator vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2000 Ford Equator is newer by 51 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 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1949 Jeep Station Wagon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Equator (128 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Equator should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon weights approximately 252 kg more than 2000 Ford Equator.
Let's talk about torque, 2000 Ford Equator (160 Nm) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2000 Ford Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. 2000 Ford Equator has automatic transmission and 1949 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Ford Equator | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
Make | Ford | Jeep |
Model | Equator | Station Wagon |
Year Released | 2000 | 1949 |
Body Type | Pickup | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1787 cc | 2199 cc |
Horse Power | 128 HP | 59 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
Torque | 160 Nm | 145 Nm |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1208 kg | 1460 kg |
Wheelbase Size | 3260 mm | 2650 mm |