1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1992 Morgan Plus 4
To start off, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is newer by 14 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 1,994 cc (4 cylinders), 1992 Morgan Plus 4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (137 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Morgan Plus 4 weights approximately 60 kg more than 1978 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, 1992 Morgan Plus 4 (177 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 92 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Morgan Plus 4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1992 Morgan Plus 4 | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Morgan |
Model | Lancer | Plus 4 |
Year Released | 1978 | 1992 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 1994 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 137 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 85 Nm | 177 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 920 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3900 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1510 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1280 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2500 mm |