1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Renault 4
To start off, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 4. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 4 would be higher. At 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 19 more horse power than 1978 Renault 4. (34 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 4. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 200 kg more than 1978 Renault 4. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 26 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 4. (58 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 4.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Renault 4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | 4 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 845 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 34 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 660 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3670 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1490 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1560 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2410 mm |
