1979 Ford Fairlane vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,940 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Fairlane (185 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 224 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1979 Ford Fairlane 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 1979 Ford Fairlane. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 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, 1979 Ford Fairlane (344 Nm) has 168 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (176 Nm). This means 1979 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Fairlane | 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4940 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 185 HP | 120 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 344 Nm | 176 Nm |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1430 kg | 1206 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4590 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2510 mm |
