2003 Ford Excursion vs. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2003 Ford Excursion is newer by 29 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 5,407 cc (8 cylinders), 2003 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (102 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Excursion weights approximately 1686 kg more than 1974 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, 2003 Ford Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2003 Ford Excursion has automatic transmission and 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2003 Ford Excursion will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Excursion | 1974 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Jeep |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1974 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5407 cc | 2384 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 197 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 3210 kg | 1524 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2050 mm | 1900 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2650 mm |
