1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2000 Pontiac Trans Am
To start off, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is newer by 26 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Pontiac Trans Am is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 177 kg more than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Pontiac Trans Am. 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, 2000 Pontiac Trans Am (454 Nm) has 257 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm). This means 2000 Pontiac Trans Am will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2000 Pontiac Trans Am | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Jeep | Trans Am |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2000 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 454 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1347 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4970 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1330 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2570 mm |
