1978 Honda Accord vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Honda Accord. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Honda Accord would be higher. At 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (168 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Honda Accord. (90 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Honda Accord. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 505 kg more than 1978 Honda Accord. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 91 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Honda Accord. (135 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Honda Accord.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Honda Accord | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2010 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Hatchback |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1750 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 90 HP | 168 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 135 Nm | 226 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 900 kg | 1405 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4350 mm | 4582 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1763 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1516 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2634 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 61 L | 59 L |
