1976 Ford Cortina vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Ford Cortina. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Ford Cortina would be higher. At 2,360 cc (16 cylinders), 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (166 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 76 more horse power than 1976 Ford Cortina. (90 HP @ 5700 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Ford Cortina. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 380 kg more than 1976 Ford Cortina. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Ford Cortina. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 104 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Ford Cortina. (122 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Ford Cortina.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Ford Cortina | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Cortina | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1592 cc | 2360 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 166 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5700 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 87.7 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 97 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.2:1 | 10.5:1 |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1415 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2590 mm | 2635 mm |
