1974 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Chevrolet Caprice would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1974 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. (143 HP @ 3800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 655 kg more than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1974 Chevrolet Caprice 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 1974 Chevrolet Caprice. 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, 1974 Chevrolet Caprice (339 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1974 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Chevrolet Caprice | 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 143 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Vehicle Weight | 2020 kg | 1365 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5670 mm | 4572 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1491 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3100 mm | 2634 mm |
