1971 Ford Escort vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Escort would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 199 more horse power than 1971 Ford Escort. (38 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 765 kg more than 1971 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 275 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Escort. (68 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Escort | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1098 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 38 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 68 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 805 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3990 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1580 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2400 mm | 2634 mm |
