1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 41 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (291 HP @ 6500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 232 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Oldsmobile | Mitsubishi |
Model | Delta 88 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1970 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 6965 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 375 HP | 291 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6500 RPM |
Torque | 638 Nm | 406 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Drive Type | Rear | AWD |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Length | 5520 mm | 4496 mm |
Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1811 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1481 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2649 mm |