2005 Ford Excursion vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford Excursion is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,405 cc (8 cylinders), 2005 Ford Excursion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford Excursion (252 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 182 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford Excursion should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford Excursion weights approximately 2235 kg more than 1988 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 Excursion (474 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 372 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford Excursion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford Excursion | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Excursion | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1988 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5405 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 252 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 474 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 9 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 3215 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2040 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3510 mm | 2390 mm |
