1996 Ford Mondeo vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Ford Mondeo is newer by 3 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. Both 1996 Ford Mondeo and 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,597 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 22 more horse power than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (89 HP @ 5250 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1996 Ford Mondeo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Mondeo weights approximately 194 kg more than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Ford Mondeo. (136 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Ford Mondeo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Mondeo | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Mondeo | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 89 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 136 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1220 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4560 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |
