1988 Mazda RX-7 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,616 cc, 1988 Mazda RX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (148 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Mazda RX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mazda RX-7 weights approximately 370 kg more than 1979 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, 1988 Mazda RX-7 (186 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 102 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Mazda RX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mazda RX-7 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | RX-7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2616 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Type | dual-disk rotary | in-line |
| Horse Power | 148 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 186 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1230 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4320 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2440 mm | 2350 mm |
