1975 Ford Cortina vs. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 34 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1975 Ford Cortina. (56 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1975 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 535 kg more than 1975 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1975 Ford Cortina 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 1975 Ford Cortina. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2009 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, 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 107 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Ford Cortina. (91 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Ford Cortina | 2009 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 56 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 91 Nm | 198 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4250 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 10.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 945 kg | 1480 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4270 mm | 4580 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1500 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 55 L | 58 L |
