1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Opel Monza
To start off, 1986 Opel Monza is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,197 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Opel Monza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Opel Monza (114 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Opel Monza should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Opel Monza weights approximately 460 kg more than 1979 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, 1986 Opel Monza (186 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1986 Opel Monza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Opel Monza | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Monza |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2197 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 114 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1320 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4700 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2670 mm |
