1942 Jeep MB vs. 2000 Mercury Tracer
To start off, 2000 Mercury Tracer is newer by 58 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (109 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Mercury Tracer should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Mercury Tracer weights approximately 60 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.
Because 1942 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Mercury Tracer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1942 Jeep MB 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, 2000 Mercury Tracer (173 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2000 Mercury Tracer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2000 Mercury Tracer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mercury |
| Model | MB | Tracer |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2000 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 173 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1140 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4350 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2510 mm |
