1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1974 Toyota Corolla
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Toyota Corolla. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Toyota Corolla would be higher. At 1,596 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 44 more horse power than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (67 HP @ 5600 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1974 Toyota Corolla. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 215 kg more than 1974 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, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1974 Toyota Corolla. (105 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1974 Toyota Corolla.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1974 Toyota Corolla | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corolla |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1974 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 1290 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 67 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 820 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1580 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1380 mm |
