1970 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Nissan Frontier
To start off, 2012 Nissan Frontier 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2012 Nissan Frontier is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Nissan Frontier (261 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Nissan Frontier should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Nissan Frontier weights approximately 399 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.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 Nissan Frontier (381 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 219 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2012 Nissan Frontier will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Nissan Frontier | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Jeep | Frontier |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2012 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2197 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 261 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 381 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1919 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3200 mm |
