2003 Buick Centieme vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Buick Centieme is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Buick Centieme is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Buick Centieme (400 HP @ 6200 RPM) has 347 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Buick Centieme should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Buick Centieme weights approximately 934 kg more than 1978 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, 2003 Buick Centieme (542 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 457 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Buick Centieme will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Buick Centieme | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Centieme | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3600 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 400 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 542 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1794 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4790 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1640 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
