2000 Ford Falcon vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2000 Ford Falcon is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 2000 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Ford Falcon (268 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 166 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Ford Falcon should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 226 kg more than 2000 Ford Falcon.
Because 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2000 Ford Falcon. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1974 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, 2000 Ford Falcon (420 Nm @ 3750 RPM) has 223 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2000 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Ford Falcon | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1974 |
| Body Type | Sedan | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 268 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 420 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3750 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1298 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2650 mm |
