1994 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Toyota Mark II
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Toyota Mark II. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Toyota Mark II would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Toyota Mark II is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 5 more horse power than 1978 Toyota Mark II. (106 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Toyota Mark II. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Toyota Mark II weights approximately 157 kg more than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Toyota Mark II (170 Nm @ 4400 RPM) has 33 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Toyota Mark II will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Toyota Mark II | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Mark II |
Year Released | 1994 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1597 cc | 1988 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 111 HP | 106 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 137 Nm | 170 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4400 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1038 kg | 1195 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4440 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1630 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |