1971 Cadillac Fleetwood vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 42 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood would be higher. At 7,725 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (345 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 111 more horse power than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (234 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood should accelerate faster than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood weights approximately 653 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 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, 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood (679 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 336 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Cadillac Fleetwood | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Cadillac | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Fleetwood | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 7725 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 345 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 679 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 109.2 mm | 86 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 103.1 mm | 86 mm |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2223 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5810 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2040 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3380 mm | 2635 mm |
