1999 Ford Econoline vs. 1965 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 1999 Ford Econoline is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 6,801 cc (10 cylinders), 1999 Ford Econoline is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Ford Econoline (302 HP @ 4250 RPM) has 279 more horse power than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 Ford Econoline should accelerate faster than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Ford Econoline weights approximately 1885 kg more than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1999 Ford Econoline (569 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 535 more torque (in Nm) than 1965 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1999 Ford Econoline will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1965 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 Ford Econoline | 1965 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Econoline | 500 |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1965 |
| Body Type | Van | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 6801 cc | 593 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 10 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 302 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 569 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3250 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Vehicle Weight | 2415 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2060 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2070 mm |
