1949 Ford Taunus vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 61 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1949 Ford Taunus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1949 Ford Taunus would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP) has 257 more horse power than 1949 Ford Taunus. (34 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1949 Ford Taunus. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 790 kg more than 1949 Ford Taunus. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1949 Ford Taunus. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer 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.
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1949 Ford Taunus | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Taunus | Lancer |
Year Released | 1949 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1172 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 34 HP | 291 HP |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 830 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4110 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1490 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1610 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2649 mm |