1942 Jeep MB vs. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 57 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 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 625 kg more than 1942 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 100 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 1999 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MB | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1942 | 1999 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2970 mm |
