1984 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1962 Mitsubishi A10
To start off, 1984 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Mitsubishi A10 would be higher. At 2,499 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (115 HP @ 3900 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (20 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1984 Jeep Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1984 Jeep Cherokee 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, 1984 Jeep Cherokee (278 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 244 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Mitsubishi A10. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1984 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Mitsubishi A10.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Jeep Cherokee | 1962 Mitsubishi A10 | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | A10 |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1962 |
| Engine Size | 2499 cc | 491 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 115 HP | 20 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3900 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 278 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1565 kg | 475 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2070 mm |
