1979 Ford LTD vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear is newer by 17 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 5,763 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford LTD is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford LTD (297 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 167 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (130 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford LTD should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford LTD weights approximately 130 kg more than 1996 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 (525 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 332 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear. (193 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Ford LTD will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford LTD | 1996 Mitsubishi Delica Space Gear | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LTD | Delica Space Gear |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1996 |
| Engine Size | 5763 cc | 2351 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 297 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 525 Nm | 193 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1790 kg | 1660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5370 mm | 4600 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1860 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2810 mm |
