1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 3,958 cc (6 cylinders), 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (175 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee weights approximately 1280 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Jeep Grand 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, 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee (301 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 267 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Jeep Grand Cherokee | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Jeep | Mitsubishi |
Model | Grand Cherokee | 500 |
Year Released | 1998 | 1965 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 3958 cc | 593 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 301 Nm | 34 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1710 mm | 1390 mm |