1974 Ford Granada vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Ford Granada would be higher. At 5,769 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Ford Granada (141 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 30 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Ford Granada weights approximately 580 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, 1974 Ford Granada (347 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 210 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1974 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Ford Granada | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5769 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 347 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1615 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
