1972 Ford Fairlane vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,097 cc (6 cylinders), 1972 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Fairlane (153 HP) has 86 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 365 kg more than 1993 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 Fairlane (326 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 203 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Fairlane | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4097 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 326 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5060 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1910 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1480 mm |
