1972 Ford Custom vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Custom. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Custom would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Custom is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Custom (140 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Custom should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Custom weights approximately 789 kg more than 1991 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, 1972 Ford Custom (325 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 222 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Custom will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Custom | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Custom | Lancer |
Year Released | 1972 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 140 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 325 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1769 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5550 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3080 mm | 2390 mm |