2009 Ford Escape vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Ford Escape is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Ford Escape is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Escape (153 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Escape should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 2009 Ford Escape.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Escape (184 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Escape will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Escape | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Escape | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2488 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 153 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 184 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4440 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2510 mm |
