1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 38 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Ford Mustang. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Ford Mustang would be higher. At 5,752 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Ford Mustang (330 HP @ 5700 RPM) has 93 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (237 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1972 Ford Mustang should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 134 kg more than 1972 Ford Mustang.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Ford Mustang. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1972 Ford Mustang (502 Nm) has 159 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1972 Ford Mustang | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Mustang | Lancer |
Year Released | 1972 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 5752 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 330 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 502 Nm | 343 Nm |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1486 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |