1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2005 Toyota Yaris
To start off, 2005 Toyota Yaris is newer by 26 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 1,238 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Toyota Yaris (64 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Toyota Yaris should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Toyota Yaris weights approximately 84 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, 2005 Toyota Yaris (91 Nm @ 4100 RPM) has 7 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2005 Toyota Yaris will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2005 Toyota Yaris | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Yaris |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2005 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 64 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 91 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4100 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline - Premium |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 944 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 3650 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1510 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2380 mm |
