1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Toyota Tacoma
To start off, 2006 Toyota Tacoma 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 2,688 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Toyota Tacoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Toyota Tacoma (159 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 106 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Toyota Tacoma should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Toyota Tacoma weights approximately 495 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 Toyota Tacoma (244 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 160 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Toyota Tacoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Toyota Tacoma | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Tacoma |
Year Released | 1979 | 2006 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 2688 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 159 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 244 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 3 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1355 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4840 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1840 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1680 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2790 mm |