1970 Chevrolet Camaro vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 35 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Chevrolet Camaro would be higher. At 5,025 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Chevrolet Camaro is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 146 more horse power than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (130 HP @ 4000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Chevrolet Camaro weights approximately 48 kg more than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer 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, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 70 more torque (in Nm) than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro. (318 Nm @ 2400 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1970 Chevrolet Camaro.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Chevrolet Camaro | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Camaro | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1970 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5025 cc | 1999 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 130 HP | 276 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 318 Nm | 388 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 98.3 mm | 85.1 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 82.6 mm | 88 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 8.8:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1518 kg | 1470 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1260 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2510 mm |
