1942 Jeep MB vs. 2009 Subaru Forester
To start off, 2009 Subaru Forester is newer by 67 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Subaru Forester is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Subaru Forester (145 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 86 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Subaru Forester should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Subaru Forester weights approximately 460 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.
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, 2009 Subaru Forester (350 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 205 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2009 Subaru Forester will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2009 Subaru Forester | |
| Make | Jeep | Subaru |
| Model | MB | Forester |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 2500 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 145 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1540 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4559 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1781 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1674 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2616 mm |
