1960 Land Rover 88 vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1960 Land Rover 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1960 Land Rover 88 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1960 Land Rover 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP) has 26 more horse power than 1960 Land Rover 88. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1960 Land Rover 88. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1960 Land Rover 88 weights approximately 570 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1960 Land Rover 88 is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1960 Land Rover 88 will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1960 Land Rover 88 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 25 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1960 Land Rover 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1960 Land Rover 88 | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 88 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1960 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 93 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Vehicle Weight | 1460 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3630 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1980 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2240 mm | 2350 mm |
