1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1992 Subaru Legacy
To start off, 1992 Subaru Legacy is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Subaru Legacy (114 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Subaru Legacy should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 274 kg more than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1992 Subaru Legacy. (165 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1992 Subaru Legacy.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1992 Subaru Legacy | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Jeep | Legacy |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1994 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | boxer |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 165 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4550 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2590 mm |
