1973 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1996 Volkswagen Passat
To start off, 1996 Volkswagen Passat is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (54 HP @ 5800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 664 kg more than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1973 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, 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Volkswagen Passat. (92 Nm @ 3400 RPM). This means 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Volkswagen Passat.
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1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1996 Volkswagen Passat | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Jeep | Passat |
Year Released | 1973 | 1996 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1272 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 54 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 92 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2480 mm |