1976 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 35 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 3,456 cc (6 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (269 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 176 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 2011 Toyota Venza (334 Nm @ 4700 RPM) has 202 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Venza |
| Year Released | 1976 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 3456 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 269 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 6200 RPM |
| Torque | 132 Nm | 334 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4700 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1910 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2780 mm |
