1978 Chevrolet Nova vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Chevrolet Nova. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Chevrolet Nova would be higher. At 4,093 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Chevrolet Nova is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (108 HP @ 3800 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Chevrolet Nova should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Chevrolet Nova weights approximately 550 kg more than 1995 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, 1978 Chevrolet Nova (258 Nm @ 1600 RPM) has 150 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Chevrolet Nova will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Chevrolet Nova | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Nova | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4093 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 258 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5000 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1360 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2830 mm | 2510 mm |
