1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1987 Porsche 924
To start off, 1987 Porsche 924 is newer by 17 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 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1987 Porsche 924 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Porsche 924 (161 HP @ 5900 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1987 Porsche 924 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 325 kg more than 1987 Porsche 924.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Porsche 924. 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, 1987 Porsche 924 (210 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 48 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1987 Porsche 924 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1987 Porsche 924 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Porsche |
| Model | Jeep | 924 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1987 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2315 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 161 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 210 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1195 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4220 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
