1942 Jeep MB vs. 2012 Suzuki Equator
To start off, 2012 Suzuki Equator is newer by 70 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 3,953 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Suzuki Equator is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Suzuki Equator (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 202 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Suzuki Equator should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Suzuki Equator weights approximately 215 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, 2012 Suzuki Equator (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Suzuki Equator will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB. 2012 Suzuki Equator 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. 2012 Suzuki Equator will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1942 Jeep MB | 2012 Suzuki Equator | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | MB | Equator |
| Year Released | 1942 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 3953 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1295 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 5600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 3560 mm |
