1968 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 8 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,439 cc (4 cylinders), 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 Ford Escort (82 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1968 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Escort | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1296 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 82 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
