1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1982 Opel Corsa
To start off, 1982 Opel Corsa is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 9 more horse power than 1982 Opel Corsa. (44 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1982 Opel Corsa. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 120 kg more than 1982 Opel Corsa. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 17 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Opel Corsa. (68 Nm @ 2600 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Opel Corsa.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1982 Opel Corsa | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Corsa |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 991 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 44 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 68 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2600 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 740 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3930 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1550 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2350 mm |
