1965 Mitsubishi 500 vs. 2010 Lexus GX
To start off, 2010 Lexus GX is newer by 45 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 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 2010 Lexus GX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Lexus GX (301 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 278 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Lexus GX should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Lexus GX weights approximately 1876 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 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX 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, 2010 Lexus GX (446 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 412 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2010 Lexus GX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | 2010 Lexus GX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Lexus |
| Model | 500 | GX |
| Year Released | 1965 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Rear | Front |
| Engine Size | 593 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 23 HP | 301 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 34 Nm | 446 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 530 kg | 2406 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3170 mm | 4806 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1400 mm | 1885 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1885 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2070 mm | 2789 mm |
