1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser
To start off, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,664 cc (8 cylinders), 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (233 HP) has 166 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser weights approximately 1415 kg more than 1976 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, 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser (434 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 329 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Toyota Land Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Land Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 4664 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 233 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 434 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 2310 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1890 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2860 mm |
