1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Pontiac GTO
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Pontiac GTO. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Pontiac GTO would be higher. At 6,548 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Pontiac GTO is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Pontiac GTO (370 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 317 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Pontiac GTO should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Pontiac GTO weights approximately 845 kg more than 1982 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, 1970 Pontiac GTO (603 Nm @ 3900 RPM) has 513 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1970 Pontiac GTO will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Pontiac GTO | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Lancer | GTO |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 6548 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 370 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 603 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3900 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1715 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1950 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2850 mm |
