2009 Ford Ka vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Ford Ka is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. Both 2009 Ford Ka and 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,297 cc engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 2 more horse power than 2009 Ford Ka. (68 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2009 Ford Ka. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 14 kg more than 2009 Ford Ka. 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 Ka (106 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 4 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Ka will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Ka | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Ka | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 68 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 106 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2450 mm | 2390 mm |
