1971 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1971 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (330 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 277 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1971 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 669 kg more than 1978 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, 1971 Chevrolet Corvette (488 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 403 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1971 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Chevrolet Corvette | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 330 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 488 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1529 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4640 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2350 mm |
