1942 Jeep MB vs. 2007 Land Rover Freelander
To start off, 2007 Land Rover Freelander is newer by 65 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (109 HP @ 1750 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Land Rover Freelander should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Land Rover Freelander weights approximately 535 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, 2007 Land Rover Freelander (260 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 115 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2007 Land Rover Freelander will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB. 2007 Land Rover Freelander has automatic transmission and 1942 Jeep MB has manual transmission. 1942 Jeep MB will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Land Rover Freelander will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2007 Land Rover Freelander | |
| Make | Jeep | Land Rover |
| Model | MB | Freelander |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1950 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 260 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4370 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1710 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2560 mm |
