2000 Ford Excursion vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2000 Ford Excursion is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 7,274 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Excursion (232 HP @ 2700 RPM) has 168 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2000 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1750 kg more than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear 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, 2000 Ford Excursion (677 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 515 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2000 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2000 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2000 Ford Excursion | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Excursion | Jeep |
Year Released | 2000 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7274 cc | 2197 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 232 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 2700 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 677 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 3270 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |