1968 Ford Zephyr vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 27 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Ford Zephyr. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Ford Zephyr would be higher. At 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1968 Ford Zephyr is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1968 Ford Zephyr. (81 HP @ 4750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Ford Zephyr. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 Ford Zephyr weights approximately 219 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1968 Ford Zephyr (153 Nm @ 2750 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1968 Ford Zephyr will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 Ford Zephyr | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Zephyr | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1996 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 81 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 153 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4710 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1490 mm | 1480 mm |
