1942 Jeep MB vs. 2008 SsangYong Rodius
To start off, 2008 SsangYong Rodius is newer by 66 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 2,696 cc (5 cylinders), 2008 SsangYong Rodius is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 102 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 SsangYong Rodius should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 SsangYong Rodius weights approximately 1140 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, 2008 SsangYong Rodius (342 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 197 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 SsangYong Rodius will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2008 SsangYong Rodius | |
| Make | Jeep | SsangYong |
| Model | MB | Rodius |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2696 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 5 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 342 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 2220 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5130 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1920 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3010 mm |
