1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1969 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,707 cc (4 cylinders), 1969 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Toyota Corona (95 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 42 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1969 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Toyota Corona weights approximately 100 kg more than 1983 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, 1969 Toyota Corona (137 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 47 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1969 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1969 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1969 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1707 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 95 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 970 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1610 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2740 mm |
