1977 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Kia Forte
To start off, 2012 Kia Forte is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Kia Forte (156 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 54 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Kia Forte should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 232 kg more than 2012 Kia Forte.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Kia Forte. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1977 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, 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Kia Forte. (195 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Kia Forte. 2012 Kia Forte has automatic transmission and 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Kia Forte will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Kia Forte | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Kia |
Model | Jeep | Forte |
Year Released | 1977 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 156 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 195 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1288 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4341 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1775 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1461 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2649 mm |