1942 Jeep MB vs. 2003 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2003 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 61 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (118 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 320 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, 2003 Land Rover Freelander (165 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2003 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2003 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | MB | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1795 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1400 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
