2008 Ford F-450 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Ford F-450 is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 6,400 cc (8 cylinders), 2008 Ford F-450 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Ford F-450 (350 HP @ 3000 RPM) has 283 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Ford F-450 should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2008 Ford F-450 (881 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 780 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2008 Ford F-450 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Ford F-450 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F-450 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6400 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 350 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 881 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 6670 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2430 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2030 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 4390 mm | 2350 mm |
