1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre
To start off, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,532 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (148 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre weights approximately 118 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 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 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre. 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, 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre (276 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1971 Rover 3.5 Litre | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Rover |
| Model | Jeep | 3.5 Litre |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 3532 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 276 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1638 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4750 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1550 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2820 mm |
