1971 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2011 Land Rover LR2
To start off, 2011 Land Rover LR2 is newer by 40 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 3,200 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Land Rover LR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (230 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Land Rover LR2 should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Land Rover LR2 weights approximately 255 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.
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, 2011 Land Rover LR2 (317 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 155 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Land Rover LR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2011 Land Rover LR2 has automatic transmission and 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Land Rover LR2 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Land Rover LR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Land Rover |
| Model | Jeep | LR2 |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3200 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 230 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 317 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1775 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4496 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1908 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2659 mm |
