1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 21 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 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 516 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 354 kg more than 1999 McLaren F1.
Because 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1999 McLaren F1. 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, 1999 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 452 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2650 mm |
