1977 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1977 Honda Accord is newer by 1 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 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (93 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 13 more horse power than 1977 Honda Accord. (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1977 Honda Accord.
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, 1977 Honda Accord, 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, 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Honda Accord. (126 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 890 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1340 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2350 mm |
