1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2012 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2012 Toyota Camry is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Camry (178 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 73 kg more than 2012 Toyota Camry.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2012 Toyota Camry. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1979 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, 2012 Toyota Camry (230 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2012 Toyota Camry has automatic transmission and 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2012 Toyota Camry will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2012 Toyota Camry | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Jeep | Camry |
Year Released | 1979 | 2012 |
Body Type | SUV | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 2500 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 178 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 230 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | 6-speed shiftable automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1447 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4806 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1821 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1471 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2776 mm |