1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Toyota Camry
To start off, 2004 Toyota Camry is newer by 26 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 3,310 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Toyota Camry is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Toyota Camry (225 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 172 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Toyota Camry should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Toyota Camry weights approximately 660 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, 2004 Toyota Camry (325 Nm) has 240 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm). This means 2004 Toyota Camry will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Toyota Camry | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Camry |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3310 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 225 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 325 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1520 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4810 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1490 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2730 mm |
