1979 Ford Thunderbird vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Ford Thunderbird. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Ford Thunderbird would be higher. At 5,731 cc (8 cylinders), 1979 Ford Thunderbird is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (135 HP @ 3200 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Ford Thunderbird should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Ford Thunderbird weights approximately 833 kg more than 1990 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, 1979 Ford Thunderbird (386 Nm @ 1400 RPM) has 284 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Ford Thunderbird will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Ford Thunderbird | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Thunderbird | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5731 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 135 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 386 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1813 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2000 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2900 mm | 2390 mm |
