2001 Ford EX vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2001 Ford EX is newer by 31 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 4,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2001 Ford EX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford EX (370 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 306 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford EX should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 340 kg more than 2001 Ford EX.
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, 2001 Ford EX (567 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2001 Ford EX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford EX | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | EX | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4000 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 370 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 567 Nm | 162 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3540 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1940 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1590 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2650 mm |
