1996 Ford Scorpio vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Ford Scorpio is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Ford Scorpio is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Ford Scorpio (145 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Ford Scorpio should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Ford Scorpio weights approximately 405 kg more than 1995 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, 1996 Ford Scorpio (203 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 66 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1996 Ford Scorpio will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Ford Scorpio | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Scorpio | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2295 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 145 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 203 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1440 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4830 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1480 mm |
