1972 Ford Mustang vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 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 4,090 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Ford Mustang is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1972 Ford Mustang. (100 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Ford Mustang. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Ford Mustang weights approximately 45 kg more than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1972 Ford Mustang is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1972 Ford Mustang. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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 (254 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1972 Ford Mustang will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1972 Ford Mustang | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mustang | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1972 | 2012 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4090 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 254 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1450 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4820 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 74 L | 59 L |
