1987 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2011 Toyota Venza
To start off, 2011 Toyota Venza is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,700 cc (4 cylinders), 2011 Toyota Venza is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Toyota Venza (182 HP) has 108 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2011 Toyota Venza weights approximately 706 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2011 Toyota Venza is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Toyota Venza will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Toyota Venza (246 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 132 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2011 Toyota Venza will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2011 Toyota Venza has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2011 Toyota Venza will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2011 Toyota Venza | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Venza |
Year Released | 1987 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 2700 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 182 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 246 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 1706 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4801 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1905 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1610 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2776 mm |