1943 Jeep MB vs. 1989 TVR Speed Eight
To start off, 1989 TVR Speed Eight is newer by 46 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 3,947 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 TVR Speed Eight is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (225 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1943 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 TVR Speed Eight should accelerate faster than 1943 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 TVR Speed Eight weights approximately 40 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 1989 TVR Speed Eight. 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, 1989 TVR Speed Eight (340 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 195 more torque (in Nm) than 1943 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1989 TVR Speed Eight will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1943 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1943 Jeep MB | 1989 TVR Speed Eight | |
| Make | Jeep | TVR |
| Model | MB | Speed Eight |
| Year Released | 1943 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3947 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 340 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1120 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1220 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2470 mm |
