1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1988 Toyota Supra
To start off, 1988 Toyota Supra is newer by 18 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 2,954 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Toyota Supra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Toyota Supra (201 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 133 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1988 Toyota Supra should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 63 kg more than 1988 Toyota Supra.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Toyota Supra. 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, 1988 Toyota Supra (259 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 82 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1988 Toyota Supra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1988 Toyota Supra | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Supra |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1988 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2659 cc | 2954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 201 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 259 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1620 kg | 1557 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2730 mm |
