1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1970 Subaru R-2
To start off, both 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep and 1970 Subaru R-2 were released in the same year (1970). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 41 more horse power than 1970 Subaru R-2. (27 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1970 Subaru R-2. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 1160 kg more than 1970 Subaru R-2. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Subaru R-2. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 137 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Subaru R-2. (40 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Subaru R-2.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1970 Subaru R-2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | R-2 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 2659 cc | 356 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 27 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 40 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1300 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 1930 mm |
