1986 Ford Escort vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,608 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Escort (90 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 16 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 115 kg more than 1986 Ford Escort.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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 (133 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Ford Escort | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1608 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 133 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 880 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4030 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
