1983 Ford Escort vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Ford Escort would be higher. Both 1983 Ford Escort and 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1983 Ford Escort. (51 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1983 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 35 kg more than 1983 Ford Escort. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Ford Escort. (111 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Ford Escort | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 51 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4170 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1480 mm |
