1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2013 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2013 Toyota Corolla is newer by 35 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, 2013 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 28 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Toyota Corolla 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 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1978 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Toyota Corolla. (174 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2013 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2013 |
| Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1800 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 174 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 1250 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1465 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2600 mm |
