1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1991 Suzuki Samurai
To start off, 1991 Suzuki Samurai is newer by 17 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, 1991 Suzuki Samurai (68 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Suzuki Samurai should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 584 kg more than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
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, 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Suzuki Samurai. (103 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Suzuki Samurai.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1991 Suzuki Samurai | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Jeep | Samurai |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 936 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3450 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1670 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2490 mm |
