2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1949 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 55 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 4,818 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (270 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 211 more horse power than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 110 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.
Let's talk about torque, 2004 Chevrolet Express (386 Nm) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1949 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1949 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Jeep |
| Model | Express | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1949 |
| Body Type | Van | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4818 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 270 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1360 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5700 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2080 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3440 mm | 2650 mm |
