1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 2,477 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (100 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 weights approximately 451 kg more than 1968 Ford Zephyr. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1968 Ford Zephyr. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1997 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, 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 (245 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Zephyr.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1997 Mitsubishi L 200 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zephyr | L 200 |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1705 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 5060 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1790 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2930 mm | 2970 mm |
