1989 Ford Capri vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1989 Ford Capri and 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1989). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,598 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Ford Capri is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Ford Capri (134 HP) has 60 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Ford Capri should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Ford Capri weights approximately 90 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.
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, 1989 Ford Capri (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1989 Ford Capri will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Capri | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Capri | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1598 cc | 1468 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 134 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1002 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
