1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Honda Accord
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 31 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 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 561 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, 2007 Honda Accord (341 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 236 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Honda Accord | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Accord |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1439 cc | 2204 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 138 HP |
| Torque | 105 Nm | 341 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 895 kg | 1456 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2690 mm |
