1945 Jeep MB vs. 2012 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 2012 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 67 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (138 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 79 more horse power than 1945 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Volkswagen Passat should accelerate faster than 1945 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Volkswagen Passat weights approximately 452 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.
Because 1945 Jeep MB is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1945 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, 2012 Volkswagen Passat (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 175 more torque (in Nm) than 1945 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2012 Volkswagen Passat will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1945 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 1945 Jeep MB | 2012 Volkswagen Passat | |
| Make | Jeep | Volkswagen |
| Model | MB | Passat |
| Year Released | 1945 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 138 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3820 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1080 kg | 1532 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3330 mm | 4769 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1840 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2040 mm | 2712 mm |
