1977 Honda Accord vs. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Honda Accord would be higher. At 1,599 cc (4 cylinders), 1977 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Honda Accord (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1977 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 106 kg more than 1977 Honda Accord.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1977 Honda Accord (126 Nm @ 3700 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Honda Accord | 1998 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1998 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1599 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 80 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 126 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3700 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 890 kg | 996 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
