1996 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1978 Renault 18
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 18 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Renault 18. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Renault 18 would be higher. At 1,998 cc (4 cylinders), 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (67 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 4 more horse power than 1978 Renault 18. (63 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1978 Renault 18. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 90 kg more than 1978 Renault 18. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer (123 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 20 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Renault 18. (103 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Renault 18.
Compare all specifications:
| 1996 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1978 Renault 18 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | 18 |
| Year Released | 1996 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1998 cc | 1397 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 67 HP | 63 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 123 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1085 kg | 995 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4500 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1410 mm |
