1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1978 Toyota Corona is newer by 8 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 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 355 kg more than 1978 Toyota Corona.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Toyota Corona. 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (163 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1978 Toyota Corona 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. 1978 Toyota Corona will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Corona |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 2189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1165 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
