1973 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2008 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2008 Nissan Navara is newer by 35 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 108 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Nissan Navara weights approximately 508 kg more than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2008 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2008 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2008 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Jeep | Navara |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2008 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3210 mm |
