1956 Jaguar MK VIII vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1956 Jaguar MK VIII. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1956 Jaguar MK VIII would be higher. At 3,441 cc (6 cylinders), 1956 Jaguar MK VIII is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (208 HP @ 5550 RPM) has 141 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1956 Jaguar MK VIII weights approximately 680 kg more than 1996 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, 1956 Jaguar MK VIII (292 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 169 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1956 Jaguar MK VIII will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1956 Jaguar MK VIII | 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | MK VIII | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1956 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3441 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 208 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5550 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Torque | 292 Nm | 123 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 1765 kg | 1085 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1860 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
