2005 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1981 Toyota Celica
To start off, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 24 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Toyota Celica. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Toyota Celica would be higher. At 2,562 cc, 1981 Toyota Celica is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer (276 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 158 more horse power than 1981 Toyota Celica. (118 HP @ 5400 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1981 Toyota Celica. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 290 kg more than 1981 Toyota Celica. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (388 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1981 Toyota Celica. (215 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1981 Toyota Celica.
Compare all specifications:
| 2005 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1981 Toyota Celica | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Celica |
| Year Released | 2005 | 1981 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1999 cc | 2562 cc |
| Horse Power | 276 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5400 RPM |
| Torque | 388 Nm | 215 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1470 kg | 1180 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4500 mm | 4610 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1780 mm | 1660 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1320 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2510 mm | 2640 mm |
