2005 Ford Escort vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford Escort is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,753 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Ford Escort is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Escort (128 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 75 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Escort should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Escort weights approximately 280 kg more than 1977 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, 2005 Ford Escort (170 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 86 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Escort will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Escort | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escort | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1753 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 128 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 170 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4250 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1140 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2350 mm |
