1977 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2013 Volkswagen Jetta
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta is newer by 36 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (197 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 103 kg more than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta.
Because 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Volkswagen Jetta. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Jetta (281 Nm @ 1700 RPM) has 84 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Jetta will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Jeep.
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1977 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2013 Volkswagen Jetta | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Jeep | Jetta |
Year Released | 1977 | 2013 |
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 | 197 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 281 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1700 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1417 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4628 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1778 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1453 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2651 mm |