1989 Ford Meteor vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Ford Meteor. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Ford Meteor would be higher. Both 1989 Ford Meteor and 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1989 Ford Meteor. (71 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 16 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Ford Meteor. (121 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Ford Meteor.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Ford Meteor | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Meteor | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 71 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 121 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4200 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1480 mm |
