1991 Ford Escort vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1991 Ford Escort. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1991 Ford Escort would be higher. At 1,858 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1991 Ford Escort. (87 HP @ 4400 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1991 Ford Escort. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Ford Escort weights approximately 60 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1991 Ford Escort (146 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 9 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1991 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Ford Escort | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1993 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1858 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 87 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 146 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1095 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4360 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1480 mm |
