1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Toyota Hilux
To start off, 2012 Toyota Hilux is newer by 30 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 2,694 cc (4 cylinders), 2012 Toyota Hilux is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Toyota Hilux (158 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Toyota Hilux should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Toyota Hilux weights approximately 740 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, 2012 Toyota Hilux (241 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 151 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Toyota Hilux will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Toyota Hilux | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Hilux |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2694 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 158 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 241 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1610 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1770 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1800 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3090 mm |
