1979 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 2013 Nissan Titan
To start off, 2013 Nissan Titan is newer by 34 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 5,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Nissan Titan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Nissan Titan (313 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 210 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (103 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Nissan Titan should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Nissan Titan weights approximately 764 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2013 Nissan Titan. 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, 2013 Nissan Titan (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 325 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Nissan Titan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2013 Nissan Titan 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. 2013 Nissan Titan will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1979 Mitsubishi Jeep | 2013 Nissan Titan | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
Model | Jeep | Titan |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Body Type | SUV | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2384 cc | 5600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 103 HP | 313 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 197 Nm | 522 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | 5-speed automatic |
Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 2284 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5704 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 2019 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1895 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 3550 mm |