1996 Ford Indigo vs. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 1996 Ford Indigo is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 5,935 cc (12 cylinders), 1996 Ford Indigo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Indigo (430 HP @ 6100 RPM) has 366 more horse power than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Indigo should accelerate faster than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 350 kg more than 1996 Ford Indigo.
Because 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1996 Ford Indigo. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1971 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, 1996 Ford Indigo (549 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 387 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Indigo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Indigo | 1971 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Indigo | Jeep |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1971 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5935 cc | 2199 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 430 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6100 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 549 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2090 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1010 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2650 mm |
