1988 Ford Taurus vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Ford Taurus. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Ford Taurus would be higher. At 2,513 cc (4 cylinders), 1988 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Ford Taurus (89 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Ford Taurus should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Ford Taurus weights approximately 420 kg more than 1989 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 Taurus (177 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 75 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1988 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Ford Taurus | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2513 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 177 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4910 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2390 mm |
