2006 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1973 Toyota Corona
To start off, 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1973 Toyota Corona. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1973 Toyota Corona would be higher. At 1,588 cc (4 cylinders), 1973 Toyota Corona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1973 Toyota Corona (82 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (81 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1973 Toyota Corona should accelerate faster than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 198 kg more than 1973 Toyota Corona.
Because 1973 Toyota Corona 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 1973 Toyota Corona. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2006 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, 1973 Toyota Corona (133 Nm @ 3400 RPM) has 13 more torque (in Nm) than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer. (120 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1973 Toyota Corona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2006 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2006 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1973 Toyota Corona | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
Model | Lancer | Corona |
Year Released | 2006 | 1973 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1299 cc | 1588 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 81 HP | 82 HP |
Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
Torque | 120 Nm | 133 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3400 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 71 mm | 81 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 82 mm | 77 mm |
Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1200 kg | 1002 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 4260 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1620 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2510 mm |