1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1976 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 6 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1976 Toyota Corolla (57 HP @ 6600 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1976 Toyota Corolla should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1976 Toyota Corolla (95 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1976 Toyota Corolla will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1976 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1166 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 57 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 95 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1380 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2380 mm |
