2004 Ford Mustang vs. 1948 Jeep Station Wagon
To start off, 2004 Ford Mustang is newer by 56 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1948 Jeep Station Wagon would be higher. At 4,605 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Ford Mustang (260 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 201 more horse power than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Ford Mustang weights approximately 58 kg more than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1948 Jeep Station Wagon is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1948 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, 2004 Ford Mustang (411 Nm) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon. (145 Nm). This means 2004 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1948 Jeep Station Wagon.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Ford Mustang | 1948 Jeep Station Wagon | |
| Make | Ford | Jeep |
| Model | Mustang | Station Wagon |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1948 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4605 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 260 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 411 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4660 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1830 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |
