2004 Chevrolet Express vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2004 Chevrolet Express is newer by 25 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 5,965 cc (8 cylinders), 2004 Chevrolet Express is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Chevrolet Express (300 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 247 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2004 Chevrolet Express should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Chevrolet Express weights approximately 1719 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, 2004 Chevrolet Express (489 Nm) has 405 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm). This means 2004 Chevrolet Express will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Chevrolet Express | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Express | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5965 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 300 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 489 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2579 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 6210 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2020 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 2090 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3940 mm | 2350 mm |
