1999 McLaren F1 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1999 McLaren F1 is newer by 20 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 6,061 cc (12 cylinders), 1999 McLaren F1 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1999 McLaren F1 (618 HP @ 7400 RPM) has 565 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1999 McLaren F1 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1999 McLaren F1 weights approximately 310 kg more than 1979 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 McLaren F1 (649 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 565 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1999 McLaren F1 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1999 McLaren F1 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | McLaren | Mitsubishi |
| Model | F1 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1999 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Middle | Front |
| Engine Size | 6061 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 618 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 7400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 649 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 3 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1170 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1150 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2350 mm |
