1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 34 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 3,000 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (328 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 275 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1470 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (580 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 496 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
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1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Touareg |
Year Released | 1979 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 53 HP | 328 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 84 Nm | 580 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 2330 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4796 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2893 mm |