1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante
To start off, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is newer by 12 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 3,661 cc (4 cylinders), 1991 Toyota Bandeirante is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (96 HP @ 3400 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Toyota Bandeirante weights approximately 930 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, 1991 Toyota Bandeirante (245 Nm @ 2200 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1991 Toyota Bandeirante will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1991 Toyota Bandeirante | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Bandeirante |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3661 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 96 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 245 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 2200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3840 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1930 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2290 mm |
