1968 Ford Escort vs. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (54 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 900 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 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, 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 164 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (81 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1968 Ford Escort | 1998 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | L 200 |
Year Released | 1968 | 1998 |
Body Type | Sedan | Pickup |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2477 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 54 HP | 100 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 81 Nm | 245 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1705 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 5060 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1710 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1790 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2970 mm |