1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1977 Toyota Corona
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 19 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1977 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1977 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1977 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 15 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1977 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 85 kg more than 1977 Toyota Corona.
Let's talk about torque, 1977 Toyota Corona (135 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 12 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer. (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1977 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1977 Toyota Corona | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Corona |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1977 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1588 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 82 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 135 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 1000 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4260 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1400 mm |
