1981 Ford Falcon vs. 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 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, 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1981 Ford Falcon. (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 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 345 kg more than 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1981 Ford Falcon 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 1981 Ford Falcon. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1999 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, 1981 Ford Falcon (228 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1999 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 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Ford Falcon | 1999 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Falcon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1999 |
| 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 |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 1025 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4740 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
