1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1965 Toyota Crown
To start off, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1965 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1965 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,897 cc (4 cylinders), 1965 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP) has 13 more horse power than 1965 Toyota Crown. (80 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1965 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1965 Toyota Crown weights approximately 365 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1965 Toyota Crown (146 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 14 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1965 Toyota Crown will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1965 Toyota Crown | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Crown |
| Year Released | 1976 | 1965 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1897 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 80 HP |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 146 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2700 mm |
