1995 Honda Accord vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Honda Accord is newer by 17 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 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Honda Accord (131 HP @ 5300 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Honda Accord weights approximately 448 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, 1995 Honda Accord (178 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 93 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1995 Honda Accord | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Lancer |
Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1997 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 131 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 178 Nm | 85 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1308 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1720 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2730 mm | 2350 mm |