1990 Chevrolet Caprice vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,000 cc (8 cylinders), 1990 Chevrolet Caprice is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice (168 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 115 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1990 Chevrolet Caprice should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Chevrolet Caprice weights approximately 1090 kg more than 1978 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 261 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1990 Chevrolet Caprice will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Chevrolet Caprice | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Caprice | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5000 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 168 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 346 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1950 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5440 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2030 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1550 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
