2000 Lotus Exige vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2000 Lotus Exige is newer by 24 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 1,796 cc (4 cylinders), 2000 Lotus Exige is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2000 Lotus Exige (177 HP @ 7800 RPM) has 110 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2000 Lotus Exige should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 59 kg more than 2000 Lotus Exige.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. 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, 2000 Lotus Exige (180 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 79 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM). This means 2000 Lotus Exige will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2000 Lotus Exige | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Lotus | Mitsubishi |
Model | Exige | Lancer |
Year Released | 2000 | 1976 |
Engine Position | Middle | Front |
Engine Size | 1796 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 177 HP | 67 HP |
Engine RPM | 7800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 180 Nm | 101 Nm |
Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 3800 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 786 kg | 845 kg |
Vehicle Length | 3800 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1190 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2310 mm | 2350 mm |