1972 Ford GT 40 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford GT 40. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford GT 40 would be higher. At 4,195 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford GT 40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford GT 40 (350 HP @ 7200 RPM) has 297 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford GT 40 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford GT 40 weights approximately 100 kg more than 1979 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 GT 40 (85 Nm) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm). This means 1972 Ford GT 40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford GT 40 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GT 40 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 4195 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 960 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2420 mm | 2350 mm |
