1995 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Volkswagen Polo
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Volkswagen Polo. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Volkswagen Polo would be higher. At 1,299 cc (4 cylinders), 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer (74 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 25 more horse power than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (49 HP @ 5900 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 255 kg more than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. 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 (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 31 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Volkswagen Polo. (77 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Volkswagen Polo.
Compare all specifications:
| 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Volkswagen Polo | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Polo |
| Year Released | 1995 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1093 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 74 HP | 49 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5900 RPM |
| Torque | 108 Nm | 77 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 940 kg | 685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 3510 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1570 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2340 mm |
