1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2007 Toyota RAV4
To start off, 2007 Toyota RAV4 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 2,231 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Toyota RAV4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Toyota RAV4 (134 HP @ 3600 RPM) has 81 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2007 Toyota RAV4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Toyota RAV4 weights approximately 715 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 Toyota RAV4 (310 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2007 Toyota RAV4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2007 Toyota RAV4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | RAV4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2007 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2231 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1585 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4400 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1730 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1820 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2570 mm |
