1967 Ford GT 40 vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is newer by 3 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1967 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1967 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1967 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1967 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 282 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (68 HP @ 3800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1967 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 622 kg more than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Because 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1967 Ford GT 40. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1970 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, 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep (177 Nm) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1967 Ford GT 40. (85 Nm). This means 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1967 Ford GT 40.
Compare all specifications:
| 1967 Ford GT 40 | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1967 | 1970 |
| Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 2659 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 177 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 998 kg | 1620 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2650 mm |
