1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 15 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,770 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Toyota Corona (85 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 11 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1978 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Corona weights approximately 148 kg more than 1993 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, 1978 Toyota Corona (145 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 37 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1770 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 85 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 942 kg | 1090 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2440 mm |
