2003 Holden Frontera vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2003 Holden Frontera is newer by 24 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 3,165 cc (6 cylinders), 2003 Holden Frontera is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Holden Frontera (203 HP @ 5400 RPM) has 150 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2003 Holden Frontera should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Holden Frontera weights approximately 840 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, 2003 Holden Frontera (290 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 206 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2003 Holden Frontera will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2003 Holden Frontera | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Holden | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Frontera | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2003 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3165 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 203 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 290 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1700 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4690 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1790 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1700 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2710 mm | 2350 mm |
