1973 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2001 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2001 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (134 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2001 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 394 kg more than 2001 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Toyota Corolla. 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, 2001 Toyota Corolla (172 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 10 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2001 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 1794 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 172 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1530 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2610 mm |
