1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,001 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP) has 101 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 875 kg more than 1976 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, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (346 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 241 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5001 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1770 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
