1984 Ford Capri vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Capri would be higher. Both 1984 Ford Capri and 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,298 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Capri (72 HP @ 5750 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Capri weights approximately 10 kg more than 1988 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, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1984 Ford Capri. (98 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1984 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1984 Ford Capri | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capri | Lancer |
Year Released | 1984 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 72 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 98 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4400 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2570 mm | 2390 mm |