1961 Land Rover A 109 vs. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1961 Land Rover A 109. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1961 Land Rover A 109 would be higher. At 2,286 cc (4 cylinders), 1961 Land Rover A 109 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP) has 3 more horse power than 1961 Land Rover A 109. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1961 Land Rover A 109. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1961 Land Rover A 109 weights approximately 520 kg more than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1961 Land Rover A 109 (157 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 55 more torque (in Nm) than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1961 Land Rover A 109 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1961 Land Rover A 109 | 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | A 109 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1961 | 1989 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2286 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 70 HP |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4450 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1690 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2070 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2780 mm | 2390 mm |
