1977 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1996 Volvo S40
To start off, 1996 Volvo S40 is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,731 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Volvo S40 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Volvo S40 (114 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1996 Volvo S40 should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Volvo S40 weights approximately 350 kg more than 1977 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, 1996 Volvo S40 (164 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Volvo S40 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1996 Volvo S40 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | S40 |
| Year Released | 1977 | 1996 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1731 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 164 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1210 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4490 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2560 mm |
