2008 Jeep Patriot vs. 1942 Jeep MB
To start off, 2008 Jeep Patriot is newer by 66 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1942 Jeep MB. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1942 Jeep MB would be higher. At 2,360 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Jeep Patriot is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Jeep Patriot (172 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1942 Jeep MB. (59 HP @ 3820 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Jeep Patriot should accelerate faster than 1942 Jeep MB. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Jeep Patriot weights approximately 786 kg more than 1942 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 Jeep Patriot (224 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1942 Jeep MB. (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2008 Jeep Patriot will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1942 Jeep MB.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Jeep Patriot | 1942 Jeep MB | |
| Make | Jeep | Jeep |
| Model | Patriot | MB |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1942 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2360 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 172 HP | 59 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 3820 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 1080 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4420 mm | 3330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1460 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1840 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2040 mm |
