1989 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1968 Opel GT
To start off, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1968 Opel GT. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1968 Opel GT would be higher. At 1,298 cc (4 cylinders), 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1968 Opel GT. (58 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1968 Opel GT. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 110 kg more than 1968 Opel GT. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 15 more torque (in Nm) than 1968 Opel GT. (87 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1968 Opel GT.
Compare all specifications:
| 1989 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1968 Opel GT | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | GT |
| Year Released | 1989 | 1968 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1078 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 58 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 87 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4120 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1590 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1230 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2440 mm |
