1985 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1985 Ford Crown Victoria would be higher. At 4,942 cc (8 cylinders), 1985 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 89 more horse power than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. (148 HP @ 3200 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 80 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1985 Ford Crown Victoria. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Ford Crown Victoria (366 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria has automatic transmission and 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1985 Ford Crown Victoria will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Ford Crown Victoria | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Crown Victoria | Lancer |
Year Released | 1985 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 3200 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 366 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 1620 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5320 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2910 mm | 2634 mm |