2005 Honda Accord vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Honda Accord is newer by 29 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,999 cc (6 cylinders), 2005 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Accord (240 HP) has 173 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Accord weights approximately 586 kg more than 1976 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, 2005 Honda Accord (287 Nm) has 182 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Accord | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2999 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 240 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 287 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1481 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4770 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2350 mm |
