2009 Ford Expedition vs. 1962 Isuzu Minx
To start off, 2009 Ford Expedition is newer by 47 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Isuzu Minx. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Isuzu Minx would be higher. At 5,408 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Expedition (310 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (62 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1962 Isuzu Minx. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1962 Isuzu Minx weights approximately 64 kg more than 2009 Ford Expedition.
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, 2009 Ford Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 383 more torque (in Nm) than 1962 Isuzu Minx. (112 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Expedition will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1962 Isuzu Minx. 2009 Ford Expedition has automatic transmission and 1962 Isuzu Minx has manual transmission. 1962 Isuzu Minx will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 Ford Expedition will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
2009 Ford Expedition | 1962 Isuzu Minx | |
Make | Ford | Isuzu |
Model | Expedition | Minx |
Year Released | 2009 | 1962 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5408 cc | 1491 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 3 valves | 2 valves |
Horse Power | 310 HP | 62 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 495 Nm | 112 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 2400 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1030 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5630 mm | 4120 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1550 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1520 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3330 mm | 2440 mm |