1992 Jaguar XJR vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1992 Jaguar XJR is newer by 14 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 5,992 cc (12 cylinders), 1992 Jaguar XJR is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1992 Jaguar XJR (333 HP @ 5250 RPM) has 280 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1992 Jaguar XJR should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1992 Jaguar XJR weights approximately 964 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, 1992 Jaguar XJR (495 Nm @ 3650 RPM) has 410 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1992 Jaguar XJR will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1992 Jaguar XJR | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Jaguar | Mitsubishi |
| Model | XJR | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1992 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 5992 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 333 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5250 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 495 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3650 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1824 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1890 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1270 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2600 mm | 2350 mm |
