1942 Jeep MB vs. 1989 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 1989 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1942 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (210 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 151 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1942 Jeep MB weights approximately 290 kg more than 1989 Volkswagen Golf.
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, 1989 Volkswagen Golf (252 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 1989 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | MB | Golf |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 210 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 252 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2480 mm |
