1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Ford Falcon. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Ford Falcon would be higher. At 3,273 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Ford Falcon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Ford Falcon. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Ford Falcon weights approximately 335 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1981 Ford Falcon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 Ford Falcon | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Falcon | Lancer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1993 |
Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3273 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 109 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 228 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1480 mm |