2000 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado
To start off, 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado would be higher. At 7,446 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (266 HP @ 4200 RPM) has 155 more horse power than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado should accelerate faster than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado weights approximately 1089 kg more than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear 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, 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado (518 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 381 more torque (in Nm) than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado has automatic transmission and 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2000 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1972 Oldsmobile Toronado | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Toronado |
| Year Released | 2000 | 1972 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1597 cc | 7446 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 111 HP | 266 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 4200 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 518 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 2800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Front |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1026 kg | 2115 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 5620 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
