1989 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1989 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (195 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 142 more horse power than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 920 kg more than 1977 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, 1989 Chevrolet Caprice (393 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 309 more torque (in Nm) than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1989 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Chevrolet Caprice | 1977 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1237 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 195 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 393 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1780 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5400 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1920 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
