1986 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Ford Tempo
To start off, both 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer and 1986 Ford Tempo were released in the same year (1986). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,307 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Ford Tempo is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Ford Tempo (89 HP) has 15 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Ford Tempo should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Ford Tempo weights approximately 105 kg more than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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 Tempo (170 Nm @ 2700 RPM) has 57 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1986 Ford Tempo will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1986 Ford Tempo has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1986 Ford Tempo will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Ford Tempo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Tempo |
| Year Released | 1986 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1467 cc | 2307 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 89 HP |
| Torque | 113 Nm | 170 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1105 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4480 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2540 mm |
