1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2010 Ford E-150
To start off, 2010 Ford E-150 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,600 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Ford E-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Ford E-150 (171 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 101 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Ford E-150 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Ford E-150 weights approximately 542 kg more than 1990 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, 2010 Ford E-150 (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2010 Ford E-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2010 Ford E-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | E-150 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 2010 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 4600 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 171 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 232 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1522 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4437 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1806 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1725 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2619 mm |
