1999 AC Aceca vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 AC Aceca is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 4,600 cc (8 cylinders), 1999 AC Aceca is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 AC Aceca (301 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 248 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 AC Aceca should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 AC Aceca weights approximately 640 kg more than 1982 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, 1999 AC Aceca (407 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 317 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1999 AC Aceca will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 AC Aceca | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | AC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Aceca | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4600 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 301 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 407 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1510 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4430 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1310 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2390 mm |
