1990 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Triumph TR7
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Triumph TR7. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Triumph TR7 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1975 Triumph TR7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Triumph TR7 (104 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Triumph TR7 should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1975 Triumph TR7 weights approximately 65 kg more than 1990 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, 1975 Triumph TR7 (161 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1975 Triumph TR7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Triumph TR7 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Triumph |
| Model | Lancer | TR7 |
| Year Released | 1990 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1297 cc | 1998 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 104 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 102 Nm | 161 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 2 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 1045 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4070 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1690 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1270 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2170 mm |
