1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Toyota Tercel
To start off, 1986 Toyota Tercel is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Toyota Tercel is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Toyota Tercel (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Toyota Tercel should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1986 Toyota Tercel.
Let's talk about torque, 1986 Toyota Tercel (108 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 18 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Toyota Tercel will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Toyota Tercel | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Tercel |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 780 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3890 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
