2001 Lotus Exige vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2001 Lotus Exige is newer by 27 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 2,198 cc (4 cylinders), 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 113 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 740 kg more than 2001 Lotus Exige.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2001 Lotus Exige. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2001 Lotus Exige (174 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Lotus Exige | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Exige | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2198 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 174 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 780 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2650 mm |
