1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage
To start off, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 6,000 cc (12 cylinders), 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (510 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 457 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage weights approximately 810 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, 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage (569 Nm @ 5750 RPM) has 479 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2012 Aston Martin V12 Vantage | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Aston Martin |
| Model | Lancer | V12 Vantage |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2012 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 6000 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 12 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 510 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 569 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1680 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4384 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1864 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1234 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2601 mm |
