1989 Ford Capri vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Capri. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Capri would be higher. At 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (237 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 103 more horse power than 1989 Ford Capri. (134 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Capri. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 478 kg more than 1989 Ford Capri. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1989 Ford Capri. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 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, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer (343 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Capri. (183 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Capri.
Compare all specifications:
1989 Ford Capri | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
Model | Capri | Lancer |
Year Released | 1989 | 2012 |
Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1598 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 134 HP | 237 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 183 Nm | 343 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1092 kg | 1570 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4230 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1290 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2634 mm |