1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1999 Vauxhall Omega
To start off, 1999 Vauxhall Omega is newer by 21 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), 1999 Vauxhall Omega is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (100 HP @ 4300 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1999 Vauxhall Omega should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 Vauxhall Omega weights approximately 810 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, 1999 Vauxhall Omega (209 Nm @ 1650 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 Vauxhall Omega will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1999 Vauxhall Omega | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | Omega |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1999 |
| 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 | 100 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4300 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 209 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 1650 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1670 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4900 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
