1990 Ford Escort vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 1990 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1990 Ford Escort. (59 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1990 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Ford Escort weights approximately 125 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1990 Ford Escort (110 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 2 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Ford Escort | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 59 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 110 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1065 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4050 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
