1979 Ford LTD vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford LTD. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford LTD would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (133 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 35 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (98 HP @ 4200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 30 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Ford LTD (332 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (240 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1995 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LTD | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1995 |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2477 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 133 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3400 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Vehicle Weight | 1686 kg | 1656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2810 mm |
