1987 Toyota Celica vs. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Toyota Celica would be higher. Both 1987 Toyota Celica and 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer are equipped with a 1,998 cc engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (287 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 105 more horse power than 1987 Toyota Celica. (182 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1987 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 245 kg more than 1987 Toyota Celica. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer (407 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 157 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Toyota Celica. (250 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 Toyota Celica | 2013 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Toyota | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Celica | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
| Body Type | Coupe | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 16 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | W |
| Horse Power | 182 HP | 287 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6500 RPM |
| Torque | 250 Nm | 407 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 8.5:1 | 9.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline / Electric Hybrid |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | CVT |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 2 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 1595 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4370 mm | 4495 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1300 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2330 mm | 2650 mm |
