1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire vs. 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 50 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire would be higher. At 3,531 cc (8 cylinders), 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (215 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 67 more horse power than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (148 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire should accelerate faster than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire (408 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 212 more torque (in Nm) than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer. (196 Nm @ 4200 RPM). This means 1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1962 Oldsmobile Jetfire | 2012 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
Model | Jetfire | Lancer |
Year Released | 1962 | 2012 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3531 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 215 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 408 Nm | 196 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2850 mm | 2634 mm |
Fuel Tank Capacity | 60 L | 59 L |