1972 Ford Escort vs. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, both 1972 Ford Escort and 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep were released in the same year (1972). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,199 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Escort (100 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 36 more horse power than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 620 kg more than 1972 Ford Escort.
Because 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Escort. 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, 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Escort. (146 Nm @ 3750 RPM). This means 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Escort | 1972 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escort | Jeep |
Year Released | 1972 | 1972 |
Body Type | Coupe | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1993 cc | 2199 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 100 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 146 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2650 mm |