1984 Ford Orion vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Orion. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Orion would be higher. At 1,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Orion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1984 Ford Orion (74 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1984 Ford Orion should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Orion (111 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Orion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 Ford Orion | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Orion | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 111 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4220 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
