1980 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1998 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1998 Toyota Corolla is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (85 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1998 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 345 kg more than 1998 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1998 Toyota Corolla. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1980 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, 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 76 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Toyota Corolla. (121 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1998 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Jeep | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1998 |
| Body Type | SUV | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1332 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 121 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Front |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2470 mm |
