1958 Jeep CJ vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Jeep CJ. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Jeep CJ would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Jeep CJ is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1958 Jeep CJ. (59 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1958 Jeep CJ. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Jeep CJ weights approximately 4 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1958 Jeep CJ (145 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 8 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1958 Jeep CJ will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Jeep CJ | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CJ | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3520 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1550 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1740 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2060 mm | 2510 mm |
