1971 Toyota Corona vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 40 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1971 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1971 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 70 more horse power than 1971 Toyota Corona. (98 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1971 Toyota Corona. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 410 kg more than 1971 Toyota Corona. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1971 Toyota Corona is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1971 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1971 Toyota Corona. (149 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1971 Toyota Corona.
Compare all specifications:
| 1971 Toyota Corona | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corona | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1971 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1769 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 98 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 149 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 995 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4310 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 51 L | 59 L |
