1991 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Subaru Coupe
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Subaru Coupe. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Subaru Coupe would be higher. At 1,780 cc (4 cylinders), 1979 Subaru Coupe is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1979 Subaru Coupe (71 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1979 Subaru Coupe should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 45 kg more than 1979 Subaru Coupe.
Let's talk about torque, 1979 Subaru Coupe (125 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 22 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1979 Subaru Coupe will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Subaru Coupe | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Subaru |
| Model | Lancer | Coupe |
| Year Released | 1991 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1298 cc | 1780 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 70 HP | 71 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 103 Nm | 125 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 980 kg | 935 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4240 mm | 4160 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1410 mm | 1360 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2470 mm |
