1988 Ford Fairlane vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Fairlane. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Fairlane would be higher. At 4,089 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Ford Fairlane is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Fairlane (138 HP @ 3750 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Fairlane should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Fairlane weights approximately 595 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1988 Ford Fairlane (304 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 167 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Fairlane will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Fairlane | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fairlane | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4089 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3750 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 304 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5020 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1870 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
