1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1995 Toyota MR2
To start off, 1995 Toyota MR2 is newer by 13 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 1,996 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Toyota MR2 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Toyota MR2 (173 HP @ 7000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1995 Toyota MR2 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Toyota MR2 weights approximately 365 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, 1995 Toyota MR2 (186 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 96 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1995 Toyota MR2 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1995 Toyota MR2 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | MR2 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Middle |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1996 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 173 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 7000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 186 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1235 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1710 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1250 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
