2006 Land Rover Discovery vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2006 Land Rover Discovery is newer by 30 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 2,720 cc (6 cylinders), 2006 Land Rover Discovery is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (187 HP) has 120 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2006 Land Rover Discovery should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Land Rover Discovery weights approximately 505 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, 2006 Land Rover Discovery (440 Nm @ 1900 RPM) has 335 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2006 Land Rover Discovery will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2006 Land Rover Discovery | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Land Rover | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Discovery | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2006 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2720 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 187 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 440 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1900 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1400 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1770 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2890 mm | 2350 mm |
