1964 Jaguar E-Type vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1964 Jaguar E-Type. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1964 Jaguar E-Type would be higher. At 4,235 cc (6 cylinders), 1964 Jaguar E-Type is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (265 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1964 Jaguar E-Type should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1964 Jaguar E-Type weights approximately 280 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1964 Jaguar E-Type (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 253 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1964 Jaguar E-Type will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1964 Jaguar E-Type | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E-Type | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1964 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4235 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 265 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 385 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4460 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1660 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1280 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
