1993 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1979 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,597 cc (4 cylinders), 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 43 more horse power than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (68 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1979 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 141 kg more than 1979 Toyota Corolla. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1979 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1993 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 68 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 885 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4110 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2410 mm |
