1978 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Honda CR-V
To start off, 2011 Honda CR-V is newer by 33 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 2,400 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Honda CR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Honda CR-V (180 HP @ 6800 RPM) has 127 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Honda CR-V should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Honda CR-V weights approximately 696 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, 2011 Honda CR-V (218 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2011 Honda CR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Honda CR-V | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | CR-V |
| Year Released | 1978 | 2011 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2400 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 180 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6800 RPM |
| Torque | 85 Nm | 218 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1556 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4554 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1819 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1679 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2619 mm |
