1974 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2005 Subaru Impreza
To start off, 2005 Subaru Impreza is newer by 31 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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (123 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 59 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Subaru Impreza should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 70 kg more than 2005 Subaru Impreza.
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, 2005 Subaru Impreza (184 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Subaru Impreza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2005 Subaru Impreza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | Impreza |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2005 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2198 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 64 HP | 123 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 162 Nm | 184 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1450 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4420 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2680 mm |
