1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Ford F-150
To start off, 2011 Ford F-150 is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,700 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Ford F-150 (302 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1291 kg more than 1993 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, 2011 Ford F-150 (376 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 239 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2011 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Ford F-150 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | F-150 |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2011 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Pickup |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3700 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 302 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 376 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 2326 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2012 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1900 mm |
