1980 Ford Granada vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Ford Granada. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Ford Granada would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1980 Ford Granada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Ford Granada (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 48 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1980 Ford Granada should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Ford Granada weights approximately 540 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, 1980 Ford Granada (263 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1980 Ford Granada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1980 Ford Granada | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Granada | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1980 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 118 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 263 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1520 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5030 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2800 mm | 2390 mm |
