1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Ford Escape
To start off, 2013 Ford Escape is newer by 20 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 2,000 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Escape (237 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 126 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Escape weights approximately 607 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, 2013 Ford Escape (366 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 229 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Ford Escape | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Escape |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 237 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 366 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 1633 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4524 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2078 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1684 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2690 mm |
