1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Kia Carens
To start off, 2012 Kia Carens is newer by 42 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 2,315 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Carens (124 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (81 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Carens should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 5 kg more than 2012 Kia Carens.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Carens. 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, 2012 Kia Carens (163 Nm @ 4900 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Kia Carens will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2012 Kia Carens 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. 2012 Kia Carens will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Kia Carens | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Jeep | Carens |
Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2315 cc | 1793 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 124 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 163 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4900 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1515 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4500 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1750 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1620 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |