1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2009 Nissan Navara
To start off, 2009 Nissan Navara is newer by 27 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 2,488 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Nissan Navara is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Nissan Navara (172 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 119 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2009 Nissan Navara should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Nissan Navara weights approximately 1162 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, 2009 Nissan Navara (403 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 313 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2009 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 | 2009 Nissan Navara | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Nissan |
| Model | Lancer | Navara |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2009 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2488 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 172 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 403 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2032 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1860 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1770 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3210 mm |
