2003 Ford Explorer vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2003 Ford Explorer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Mitsubishi 500 would be higher. At 4,014 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Ford Explorer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Ford Explorer (210 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 187 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Ford Explorer weights approximately 1409 kg more than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2003 Ford Explorer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2003 Ford Explorer 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, 2003 Ford Explorer (335 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 301 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2003 Ford Explorer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Ford Explorer | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Explorer | 500 |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1966 |
| Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Rear |
| Engine Size | 4014 cc | 594 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 210 HP | 23 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 335 Nm | 34 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1939 kg | 530 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5240 mm | 3170 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1400 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1790 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3490 mm | 2070 mm |
