1979 Buick Electra 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 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,942 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Buick Electra (138 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 68 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Buick Electra weights approximately 745 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 Buick Electra (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 217 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Buick Electra | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Lancer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4942 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Horse Power | 138 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 3600 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 103 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1725 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2390 mm |