1968 AMC AMX vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 AMC AMX. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 AMC AMX would be higher. At 6,386 cc (8 cylinders), 1968 AMC AMX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1968 AMC AMX (315 HP @ 4600 RPM) has 262 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1968 AMC AMX should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1968 AMC AMX weights approximately 517 kg more than 1979 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, 1968 AMC AMX (576 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 492 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1968 AMC AMX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1968 AMC AMX | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | AMX | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1968 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6386 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 315 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 576 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1377 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4510 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1320 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2470 mm | 2350 mm |
