1976 Buick Estate vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer

To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Buick Estate. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Buick Estate would be higher. At 5,736 cc (8 cylinders), 1976 Buick Estate is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Buick Estate (153 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Buick Estate should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Buick Estate weights approximately 858 kg more than 1993 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, 1976 Buick Estate (380 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 243 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1976 Buick Estate will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.

Compare all specifications:

1976 Buick Estate 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
Make Buick Mitsubishi
Model Estate Lancer
Year Released 1976 1993
Engine Position Front Front
Engine Size 5736 cc 1597 cc
Engine Cylinders 8 cylinders 4 cylinders
Engine Type V in-line
Horse Power 153 HP 111 HP
Engine RPM 3400 RPM 6000 RPM
Torque 380 Nm 137 Nm
Torque RPM 1800 RPM 5000 RPM
Fuel Type Gasoline Gasoline
Vehicle Weight 1884 kg 1026 kg
Vehicle Length 5510 mm 4300 mm
Vehicle Width 1990 mm 1700 mm
Vehicle Height 1440 mm 1400 mm
Wheelbase Size 2950 mm 2510 mm