2009 Ford Taurus vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 3,496 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Ford Taurus is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Ford Taurus (264 HP @ 6251 RPM) has 153 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Ford Taurus 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 Taurus.
Let's talk about torque, 2009 Ford Taurus (338 Nm @ 4501 RPM) has 201 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 2009 Ford Taurus will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Ford Taurus | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Ford | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Taurus | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3496 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 264 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6251 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 338 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4501 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 966 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5130 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1570 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2870 mm | 2510 mm |
