1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1994 Volkswagen Gol
To start off, 1994 Volkswagen Gol is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (108 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1994 Volkswagen Gol should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 524 kg more than 1994 Volkswagen Gol.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1994 Volkswagen Gol. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1994 Volkswagen Gol (167 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1994 Volkswagen Gol will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1994 Volkswagen Gol | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Jeep | Gol |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1984 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 108 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5250 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 167 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2520 mm |
