2005 Ford F-150 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Ford F-150 is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,196 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Ford F-150 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Ford F-150 (200 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 130 more horse power than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Ford F-150 should accelerate faster than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Ford F-150 weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1989 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 F-150 (342 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2005 Ford F-150 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Ford F-150 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-150 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4196 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 200 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 342 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2125 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5380 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3200 mm | 2390 mm |
