1945 Jeep MB vs. 1989 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1989 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 44 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1945 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1945 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1945 Jeep MB is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1945 Jeep MB weights approximately 150 kg more than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 1945 Jeep MB (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1945 Jeep MB will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 1989 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Jeep | Suzuki |
| Model | MB | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1945 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 930 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2490 mm |
