1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2000 Toyota Tundra
To start off, 2000 Toyota Tundra is newer by 22 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 4,663 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Toyota Tundra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Toyota Tundra (242 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 140 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2000 Toyota Tundra should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Toyota Tundra weights approximately 426 kg more than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2000 Toyota Tundra (426 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Toyota Tundra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2000 Toyota Tundra has automatic transmission and 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Toyota Tundra will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2000 Toyota Tundra | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Jeep | Tundra |
Year Released | 1978 | 2000 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 4663 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 102 HP | 242 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 426 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1950 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1920 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1800 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3270 mm |