1971 Ford Capri vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,637 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Ford Capri (148 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 23 kg more than 1971 Ford Capri.
Let's talk about torque, 1971 Ford Capri (224 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 101 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Capri | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2637 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 224 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1062 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1480 mm |
