1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Nissan Armada
To start off, 2009 Nissan Armada is newer by 31 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 5,551 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Armada is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Armada (317 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Armada should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Armada weights approximately 582 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, 2009 Nissan Armada (522 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 437 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Nissan Armada will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2009 Nissan Armada | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Armada |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 5551 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 317 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 522 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 8 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1442 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 5280 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 2020 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1990 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 3140 mm |
