2009 Ford Escape vs. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 39 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. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 107 more horse power than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (64 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 548 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
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, 2009 Ford Escape (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. (162 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep. 2009 Ford Escape has automatic transmission and 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep has manual transmission. 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Escape will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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2009 Ford Escape | 1970 Mitsubishi Jeep | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Escape | Jeep |
Year Released | 2009 | 1970 |
Body Type | SUV | SUV |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 171 HP | 64 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 162 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 972 kg | 1520 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1900 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2650 mm |