1978 Lada 1600 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Lada 1600. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Lada 1600 would be higher. At 1,568 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Lada 1600 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Lada 1600 (78 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Lada 1600 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Lada 1600 weights approximately 170 kg more than 1979 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 Lada 1600 (122 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 38 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Lada 1600 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Lada 1600 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lada | Mitsubishi |
Model | 1600 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1978 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1568 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 78 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1030 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4070 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1610 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2430 mm | 2350 mm |