2005 Chevrolet Prizm vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (124 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 430 kg more than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2005 Chevrolet Prizm. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1972 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, 2005 Chevrolet Prizm (169 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Chevrolet Prizm will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Chevrolet Prizm | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Prizm | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1794 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 124 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 169 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1090 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2650 mm |
