1979 Honda Prelude vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1979 Honda Prelude is newer by 2 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,602 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Honda Prelude is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Honda Prelude (80 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Honda Prelude should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Honda Prelude weights approximately 60 kg more than 1977 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 Honda Prelude (127 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 43 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Honda Prelude will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Honda Prelude | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Prelude | Lancer |
Year Released | 1979 | 1977 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1602 cc | 1237 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 80 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 127 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 920 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4100 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2350 mm |