1998 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1998 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,946 cc (8 cylinders), 1998 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (181 HP @ 4750 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1998 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 1200 kg more than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1998 Land Rover Discovery is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1998 Land Rover Discovery will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1998 Land Rover Discovery (320 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 188 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1998 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1998 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
Model | Discovery | Lancer |
Year Released | 1998 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3946 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 181 HP | 93 HP |
Engine RPM | 4750 RPM | 6300 RPM |
Torque | 320 Nm | 132 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | 4WD | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 2090 kg | 890 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1800 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1920 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2550 mm | 2350 mm |