1965 Ford Zodiac vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Ford Zodiac. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Ford Zodiac would be higher. At 2,553 cc (6 cylinders), 1965 Ford Zodiac is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1965 Ford Zodiac (108 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1965 Ford Zodiac should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Ford Zodiac weights approximately 410 kg more than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Ford Zodiac (190 Nm @ 2900 RPM) has 106 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1965 Ford Zodiac will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1965 Ford Zodiac | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zodiac | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1965 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2553 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 190 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1270 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4650 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
