1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Ford Corsair
To start off, 1990 Ford Corsair is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,974 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Corsair is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Ford Corsair (111 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 58 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Ford Corsair should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Corsair weights approximately 260 kg more than 1983 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, 1990 Ford Corsair (168 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Corsair will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Ford Corsair | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Corsair |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1974 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 168 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1130 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2560 mm |
