1974 Ford Capri vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 36 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 185 more horse power than 1974 Ford Capri. (106 HP @ 5100 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 500 kg more than 1974 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1974 Ford Capri. 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Ford Capri. (174 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1974 Ford Capri | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capri | Lancer |
Year Released | 1974 | 2010 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 106 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 5100 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 174 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1120 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2560 mm | 2649 mm |