1983 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1983 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (129 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1983 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 700 kg more than 1995 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, 1983 Ford Crown Victoria (302 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 194 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1983 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Crown Victoria | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 129 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 302 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1640 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2510 mm |
