1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Buick Century
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Buick Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Buick Century would be higher. At 3,788 cc (6 cylinders), 1978 Buick Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 1978 Buick Century. (110 HP @ 4000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Buick Century. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Buick Century weights approximately 395 kg more than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 1978 Buick Century (217 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 80 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1978 Buick Century will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Buick Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Buick |
| Model | Lancer | Century |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Body Type | Station Wagon | Coupe |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1596 cc | 3788 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 110 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 217 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1430 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1790 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
