1979 Toyota Crown vs. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Crown. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Crown would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1979 Toyota Crown is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (163 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 61 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Crown. (102 HP @ 5600 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Crown. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1979 Toyota Crown weights approximately 181 kg more than 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Because 1979 Toyota Crown is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1979 Toyota Crown. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer (220 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 63 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Crown. (157 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Crown. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer has automatic transmission and 1979 Toyota Crown has manual transmission. 1979 Toyota Crown will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Toyota Crown | 2002 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Crown | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1979 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1988 cc | 1834 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 163 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 157 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1356 kg | 1175 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4430 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2700 mm | 2610 mm |
