1990 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1990 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,659 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (87 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 170 kg more than 1990 Jeep Cherokee.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1990 Jeep Cherokee (180 Nm @ 2250 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (177 Nm @ 2200 RPM). This means 1990 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Jeep Cherokee | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cherokee | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1970 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2068 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 180 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2250 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Diesel |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1630 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2650 mm |
