1988 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1979 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (93 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 10 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (83 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 30 kg more than 1979 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Toyota Sprinter (150 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 28 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (122 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1979 Toyota Sprinter will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 83 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 122 Nm | 150 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 975 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2410 mm |
