1999 GMC Sonoma vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 GMC Sonoma is newer by 23 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 4,293 cc (6 cylinders), 1999 GMC Sonoma is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 GMC Sonoma (177 HP) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 1999 GMC Sonoma should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 GMC Sonoma weights approximately 605 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.
Let's talk about torque, 1999 GMC Sonoma (332 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 227 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 GMC Sonoma will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 GMC Sonoma | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sonoma | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4293 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 332 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1500 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1600 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3130 mm | 2350 mm |
