2004 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Toyota Soarer
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Soarer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Soarer would be higher. At 1,988 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 Toyota Soarer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Toyota Soarer (134 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 34 more horse power than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (100 HP @ 6000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1981 Toyota Soarer should accelerate faster than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Toyota Soarer weights approximately 250 kg more than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1981 Toyota Soarer is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1981 Toyota Soarer. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. 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, 1981 Toyota Soarer (211 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 74 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1981 Toyota Soarer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer. 1981 Toyota Soarer has automatic transmission and 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1981 Toyota Soarer will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Toyota Soarer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Soarer |
| Year Released | 2004 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1468 cc | 1988 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 100 HP | 134 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 137 Nm | 211 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Front | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1005 kg | 1255 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4660 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2670 mm |
