1987 Buick Regal vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1987 Buick Regal is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 Buick Regal (137 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 84 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 Buick Regal weights approximately 510 kg more than 1978 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, 1987 Buick Regal (246 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 161 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1987 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Buick Regal | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Lancer |
Year Released | 1987 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3128 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 137 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 246 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1370 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4880 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1850 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2740 mm | 2350 mm |