1945 Jeep MB vs. 2008 Volkswagen Golf
To start off, 2008 Volkswagen Golf is newer by 63 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (128 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Volkswagen Golf should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Volkswagen Golf weights approximately 274 kg more than 1945 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, 2008 Volkswagen Golf (310 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 165 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Volkswagen Golf will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 2008 Volkswagen Golf | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | MB | Golf |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2008 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1895 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 128 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1900 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1354 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2520 mm |
