1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 would be higher. At 6,965 cc (8 cylinders), 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (375 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 264 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 weights approximately 834 kg more than 1995 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, 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 (638 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 501 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1970 Oldsmobile Delta 88 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Delta 88 |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1970 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 6965 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 375 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 638 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1869 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 5520 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2040 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1420 mm |
