2002 Ford Econovan vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Ford Econovan is newer by 7 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 1,789 cc (4 cylinders), 2002 Ford Econovan is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 2002 Ford Econovan. (90 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2002 Ford Econovan. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Ford Econovan weights approximately 260 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2002 Ford Econovan (138 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 1 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2002 Ford Econovan will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2002 Ford Econovan | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Econovan | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2002 | 1995 |
| Body Type | Van | Station Wagon |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1789 cc | 1596 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 138 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1295 kg | 1035 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1870 mm | 1480 mm |
