1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is newer by 9 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 4,129 cc (6 cylinders), 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 180 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 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado. 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, 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 81 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1983 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Jeep | Toronado |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1983 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 4129 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 278 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1704 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2910 mm |
