1997 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1980 Toyota Celica
To start off, 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1980 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1980 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,563 cc, 1980 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1980 Toyota Celica (118 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1980 Toyota Celica should accelerate faster than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1980 Toyota Celica weights approximately 147 kg more than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1980 Toyota Celica (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM) has 78 more torque (in Nm) than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1980 Toyota Celica will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1997 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1980 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Celica |
| Year Released | 1997 | 1980 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 2563 cc |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1035 kg | 1182 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4280 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1320 mm |
