1977 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 2005 Toyota Corolla is newer by 28 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 1,786 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Toyota Corolla is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Corolla (130 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 77 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Corolla weights approximately 297 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, 2005 Toyota Corolla (171 Nm) has 87 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm). This means 2005 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1786 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 130 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 171 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1157 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2720 mm |
