2005 Ford Expedition vs. 1966 Mitsubishi 500
To start off, 2005 Ford Expedition is newer by 39 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 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Expedition (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (23 HP @ 4800 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Expedition weights approximately 749 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.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front 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, 2005 Ford Expedition (495 Nm) has 461 more torque (in Nm) than 1966 Mitsubishi 500. (34 Nm). This means 2005 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1966 Mitsubishi 500.
Compare all specifications:
2005 Ford Expedition | 1966 Mitsubishi 500 | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Expedition | 500 |
Year Released | 2005 | 1966 |
Body Type | SUV | Coupe |
Engine Position | Front | Rear |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 594 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 2 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 300 HP | 23 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 34 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Number of Doors | 5 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1279 kg | 530 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5230 mm | 3170 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1400 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1950 mm | 1390 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2070 mm |