1978 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,294 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Ford Capri (108 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 38 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Ford Capri weights approximately 136 kg more than 1988 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, 1978 Ford Capri (176 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Ford Capri | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capri | Lancer |
Year Released | 1978 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2294 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 108 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 176 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1116 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1710 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |