1971 Ford Falcon 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 Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1971 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 147 more horse power than 1971 Ford Falcon. (129 HP @ 4600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Ford Falcon weights approximately 10 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (353 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 94 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Ford Falcon. (259 Nm @ 2000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Ford Falcon.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Ford Falcon | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 259 Nm | 353 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1360 kg | 1350 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1430 mm | 1400 mm |
