1976 Buick Electra vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 37 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Electra would be higher. At 6,598 cc (6 cylinders), 1976 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (234 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 52 more horse power than 1976 Buick Electra. (182 HP @ 3600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1976 Buick Electra. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Electra weights approximately 235 kg more than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Buick Electra. 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, 1976 Buick Electra (435 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer. (343 Nm @ 4750 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Buick Electra | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Electra | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 6598 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | W |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 234 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 435 Nm | 343 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2200 RPM | 4750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | Rear | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1805 kg | 1570 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4570 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2635 mm |
