2009 Ford Flex vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Ford Flex is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Flex is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Flex (262 HP @ 6250 RPM) has 209 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Flex should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Ford Flex weights approximately 106 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 Ford Flex (336 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 251 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Flex will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Flex | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Flex | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 262 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 336 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 7 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1930 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1730 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3000 mm | 2350 mm |
