1980 Toyota Celica vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,366 cc (4 cylinders), 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (152 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 56 more horse power than 1980 Toyota Celica. (96 HP @ 4800 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1980 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 145 kg more than 1980 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1980 Toyota Celica 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 1980 Toyota Celica. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2010 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, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer (198 Nm @ 4250 RPM) has 23 more torque (in Nm) than 1980 Toyota Celica. (175 Nm @ 2800 RPM). This means 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1980 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
1980 Toyota Celica | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
Model | Celica | Lancer |
Year Released | 1980 | 2010 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2366 cc | 2000 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 96 HP | 152 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 175 Nm | 198 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4250 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1180 kg | 1325 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4380 mm | 4572 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1491 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2634 mm |