1995 Dodge Spirit vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Dodge Spirit is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Dodge Spirit is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Dodge Spirit (100 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 47 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Dodge Spirit should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Dodge Spirit weights approximately 394 kg more than 1979 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, 1995 Dodge Spirit (183 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 99 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Dodge Spirit will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Dodge Spirit | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Spirit | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 183 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1254 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4610 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2350 mm |
