1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1999 Toyota Previa
To start off, 1999 Toyota Previa is newer by 28 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 2,438 cc (4 cylinders), 1999 Toyota Previa is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Toyota Previa (133 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 69 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Toyota Previa should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Toyota Previa weights approximately 95 kg more than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 Toyota Previa. 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, 1999 Toyota Previa (206 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 44 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1999 Toyota Previa will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1999 Toyota Previa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Previa |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1999 |
| Body Type | SUV | Minivan |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2438 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 133 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 206 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1615 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2530 mm |
