1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1979 Toyota Corolla is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Corolla (75 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 579 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1979 Toyota Corolla. 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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 46 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (116 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1979 |
| Body Type | SUV | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1589 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 75 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 116 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 941 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4090 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2410 mm |
