2005 Honda Jazz vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2005 Honda Jazz is newer by 23 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,246 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Honda Jazz (77 HP @ 6300 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Honda Jazz weights approximately 178 kg more than 1982 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 Jazz (151 Nm) has 61 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm). This means 2005 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Honda Jazz | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1246 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 77 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6300 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 151 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1048 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3840 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2410 mm | 2390 mm |
