1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2007 Nissan Navara is newer by 25 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 3,954 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Nissan Navara (265 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 212 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Nissan Navara weights approximately 968 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, 2007 Nissan Navara (385 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 295 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Nissan Navara will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Navara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 3954 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 265 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 385 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1838 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1890 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1830 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
