1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1997 Volkswagen W12
To start off, 1997 Volkswagen W12 is newer by 18 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 5,584 cc (12 cylinders), 1997 Volkswagen W12 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (420 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 367 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1997 Volkswagen W12 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1997 Volkswagen W12 weights approximately 292 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, 1997 Volkswagen W12 (530 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 446 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1997 Volkswagen W12 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1997 Volkswagen W12 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | W12 |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1997 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 5584 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 420 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 530 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1152 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1010 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2540 mm |
