1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Ford Expedition
To start off, 2013 Ford Expedition 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 5,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2013 Ford Expedition is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Ford Expedition (306 HP @ 5100 RPM) has 195 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Ford Expedition should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Ford Expedition weights approximately 1626 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 Expedition (495 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 358 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2013 Ford Expedition 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 Expedition | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Ford |
| Model | Lancer | Expedition |
| Year Released | 1993 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 5400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 3 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 306 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5100 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 495 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Flex Fuel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2652 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5245 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2332 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1961 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 3023 mm |
