1988 Ford Escort vs. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP) has 201 more horse power than 1988 Ford Escort. (75 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1988 Ford Escort.
Because 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1988 Ford Escort. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2008 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, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (355 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 246 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Ford Escort. (109 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Ford Escort.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Escort | 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 2008 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1392 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 75 HP | 276 HP |
| Torque | 109 Nm | 355 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 77 mm | 85 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 74 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4090 mm | 4460 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2640 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 54 L | 55 L |
