1966 Ford Lotus Cortina vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina would be higher. At 1,558 cc (4 cylinders), 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (105 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 31 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 35 kg more than 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina.
Let's talk about torque, 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina (145 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1966 Ford Lotus Cortina | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Lotus Cortina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1966 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1558 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 105 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 145 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 905 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1670 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2510 mm |
