1972 Ford Cortina vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1972 Ford Cortina is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 14 more horse power than 1972 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Cortina weights approximately 64 kg more than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Cortina | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Cortina | Lancer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1990 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1297 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 56 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 91 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1044 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2390 mm |