1993 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is newer by 23 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 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (380 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 316 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 55 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1993 Chevrolet Corvette. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1993 Chevrolet Corvette (512 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 350 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1993 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Chevrolet Corvette | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 380 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 512 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1575 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1210 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2650 mm |
