1968 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 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 1,237 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1968 Ford Escort. (44 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Escort.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Ford Escort. (67 Nm @ 3200 RPM). This means 1977 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 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 939 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 44 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 67 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2350 mm |
