1978 Honda Accord vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1978 Honda Accord is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Honda Accord (79 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 590 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1978 Honda Accord. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 36 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Honda Accord | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Jeep |
Year Released | 1978 | 1972 |
Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 79 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 126 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Vehicle Weight | 930 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2290 mm | 2650 mm |