1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1957 Packard Patrician
To start off, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1957 Packard Patrician. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1957 Packard Patrician would be higher. At 6,135 cc (8 cylinders), 1957 Packard Patrician is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1957 Packard Patrician (286 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 222 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1957 Packard Patrician should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1957 Packard Patrician weights approximately 555 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1957 Packard Patrician. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 1957 Packard Patrician (549 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1957 Packard Patrician will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1957 Packard Patrician | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Packard |
Model | Jeep | Patrician |
Year Released | 1974 | 1957 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2198 cc | 6135 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 64 HP | 286 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 4600 RPM |
Torque | 162 Nm | 549 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 2800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2075 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5580 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1990 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1580 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3240 mm |