1970 Ford Cortina vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,993 cc (4 cylinders), 1970 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Ford Cortina (95 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Ford Cortina should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Ford Cortina weights approximately 155 kg more than 1994 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, 1970 Ford Cortina (148 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 40 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1970 Ford Cortina will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Ford Cortina | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1994 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1993 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 95 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 148 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2510 mm |
