1943 Jeep MB vs. 1972 Plymouth Valiant
To start off, 1972 Plymouth Valiant is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1943 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1943 Jeep MB would be higher. At 3,678 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Plymouth Valiant is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Plymouth Valiant should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Plymouth Valiant weights approximately 230 kg more than 1943 Jeep MB. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1943 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Plymouth Valiant. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1943 Jeep MB will offer significantly more control. 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, 1972 Plymouth Valiant (251 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1972 Plymouth Valiant will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Jeep MB | 1972 Plymouth Valiant | |
| Make | Jeep | Plymouth |
| Model | MB | Valiant |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3678 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 251 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4790 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2750 mm |
