1973 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2011 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2011 Toyota Tacoma is newer by 38 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 3,956 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (236 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 450 kg more than 2011 Toyota Tacoma.
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, 2011 Toyota Tacoma (361 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 199 more torque (in Nm) than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2011 Toyota Tacoma has automatic transmission and 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Tacoma will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1973 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2011 Toyota Tacoma | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Tacoma |
| Year Released | 1973 | 2011 |
| Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2199 cc | 3956 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 236 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 361 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1074 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3250 mm |
