1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Infiniti QX
To start off, 2013 Infiniti QX is newer by 31 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 5,552 cc (4 cylinders), 2013 Infiniti QX is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Infiniti QX (395 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 342 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Infiniti QX should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Infiniti QX weights approximately 1786 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, 2013 Infiniti QX (560 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 470 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2013 Infiniti QX will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Infiniti QX | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Infiniti |
| Model | Lancer | QX |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2013 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 5552 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | electric |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 395 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 560 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel / Electric Hybrid |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2656 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5290 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1925 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 3075 mm |
