1986 Ford Escort vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1986 Ford Escort is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,751 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 8 more horse power than 1986 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1986 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Escort weights approximately 65 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1986 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1751 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 910 kg | 845 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2350 mm |
