1977 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Seat Cordoba
To start off, 2007 Seat Cordoba is newer by 30 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 1,896 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Seat Cordoba is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Seat Cordoba (99 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 46 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Seat Cordoba should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Seat Cordoba weights approximately 328 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, 2007 Seat Cordoba (240 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 156 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Seat Cordoba will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Seat Cordoba | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Seat |
| Model | Lancer | Cordoba |
| Year Released | 1977 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1237 cc | 1896 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 99 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 240 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1188 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1450 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2470 mm |
