2002 Ford Tonka vs. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon

To start off, 2002 Ford Tonka is newer by 52 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 6,000 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Ford Tonka is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Ford Tonka (128 HP @ 6150 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (74 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2002 Ford Tonka 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 178 kg more than 2002 Ford Tonka.

Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2002 Ford Tonka (814 Nm) has 657 more torque (in Nm) than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. (157 Nm). This means 2002 Ford Tonka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1950 Jeep Station Wagon. 2002 Ford Tonka has automatic transmission and 1950 Jeep Station Wagon has manual transmission. 1950 Jeep Station Wagon will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Ford Tonka will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.

Compare all specifications:

2002 Ford Tonka 1950 Jeep Station Wagon
Make Ford Jeep
Model Tonka Station Wagon
Year Released 2002 1950
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 6000 cc 2638 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 6 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 128 HP 74 HP
Engine RPM 6150 RPM 4000 RPM
Torque 814 Nm 157 Nm
Drive Type 4WD 4WD
Transmission Type Automatic Manual
Vehicle Weight 1302 kg 1480 kg
Vehicle Length 6150 mm 4460 mm
Vehicle Width 2370 mm 1830 mm
Vehicle Height 2140 mm 1860 mm
Wheelbase Size 4200 mm 2650 mm


 

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