1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe vs. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe would be higher. At 2,616 cc (2 cylinders), 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (114 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe should accelerate faster than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 60 kg more than 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe (165 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 27 more torque (in Nm) than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer. (138 Nm @ 4500 RPM). This means 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1975 Mazda RX 4 Coupe | 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX 4 Coupe | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1975 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1582 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 2 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 114 HP | 113 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 165 Nm | 138 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1110 kg | 1170 kg |
| Wheelbase Size | 2520 mm | 2630 mm |
