2001 Ford Crown Victoria vs. 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,601 cc (8 cylinders), 2001 Ford Crown Victoria is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (235 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2001 Ford Crown Victoria weights approximately 911 kg more than 1983 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, 2001 Ford Crown Victoria (367 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 277 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2001 Ford Crown Victoria will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2001 Ford Crown Victoria | 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown Victoria | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2001 | 1983 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4601 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 235 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 367 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1781 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5390 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1990 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2920 mm | 2390 mm |
