1979 BMW 633 vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 BMW 633. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 BMW 633 would be higher. At 3,210 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 BMW 633 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 BMW 633 (194 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 BMW 633 should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 BMW 633 weights approximately 490 kg more than 1991 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, 1979 BMW 633 (285 Nm @ 4300 RPM) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 BMW 633 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 BMW 633 | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 633 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3210 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 194 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 285 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1760 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2640 mm | 2390 mm |
