1958 Land Rover 109 vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1958 Land Rover 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1958 Land Rover 109 would be higher. At 2,285 cc (4 cylinders), 1958 Land Rover 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1958 Land Rover 109 (67 HP) has 14 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1958 Land Rover 109 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1958 Land Rover 109 weights approximately 840 kg more than 1977 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, 1958 Land Rover 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 73 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1958 Land Rover 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1958 Land Rover 109 | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 109 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1958 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2285 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 53 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2350 mm |
