1981 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,186 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (118 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 760 kg more than 1982 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, 1981 Ford Crown Victoria (262 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 172 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Crown Victoria | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown Victoria | Lancer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1982 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4186 cc | 1244 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 118 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 262 Nm | 90 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 870 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4140 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1600 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2390 mm |