1994 Jeep Cherokee vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1994 Jeep Cherokee is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 3,960 cc (6 cylinders), 1994 Jeep Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (182 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 80 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Jeep Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1994 Jeep Cherokee weights approximately 36 kg more than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 1994 Jeep Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1994 Jeep Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Jeep Cherokee | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cherokee | Jeep |
Year Released | 1994 | 1974 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3960 cc | 2384 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 182 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 197 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 1560 kg | 1524 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 |