1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Volvo 145
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Volvo 145. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Volvo 145 would be higher. At 1,778 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Volvo 145 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Volvo 145 (102 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Volvo 145 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1973 Volvo 145 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1988 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, 1973 Volvo 145 (152 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 50 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Volvo 145 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Volvo 145 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volvo |
| Model | Lancer | 145 |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1973 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1778 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 102 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 152 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1290 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1720 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1460 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2620 mm |
