1997 Ford Maverick vs. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1997 Ford Maverick and 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1997). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,663 cc (4 cylinders), 1997 Ford Maverick is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (280 HP) has 157 more horse power than 1997 Ford Maverick. (123 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1997 Ford Maverick. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 58 kg more than 1997 Ford Maverick. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer (372 Nm) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Ford Maverick. (221 Nm). This means 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Ford Maverick.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Ford Maverick | 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Maverick | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2663 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 123 HP | 280 HP |
| Torque | 221 Nm | 372 Nm |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1850 kg | 1908 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4670 mm | 4360 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1880 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1430 mm |
