1987 Mazda MX-6 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1987 Mazda MX-6 is newer by 9 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (145 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Mazda MX-6 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 286 kg more than 1987 Mazda MX-6.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mazda MX-6. 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, 1987 Mazda MX-6 (257 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 60 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Mazda MX-6 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
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1987 Mazda MX-6 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
Model | MX-6 | Jeep |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2182 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 145 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 257 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1238 kg | 1524 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2650 mm |