1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1984 Ford Telstar
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 Ford Telstar. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 Ford Telstar would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 Ford Telstar is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1984 Ford Telstar. (94 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 Ford Telstar. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1984 Ford Telstar weights approximately 6 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 Ford Telstar (158 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 21 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 Ford Telstar will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1984 Ford Telstar | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Telstar |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1984 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 94 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 158 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4390 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2520 mm |
