1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Saturn Vue
To start off, 2006 Saturn Vue is newer by 27 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 3,474 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Saturn Vue is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Saturn Vue (250 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Saturn Vue should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Saturn Vue weights approximately 1086 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, 2006 Saturn Vue (329 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Saturn Vue will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Saturn Vue | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Saturn |
| Model | Lancer | Vue |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3474 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 250 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 329 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4500 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1946 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1820 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1700 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2710 mm |
