2007 Dodge Charger vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Dodge Charger is newer by 28 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,517 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Dodge Charger is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Dodge Charger (250 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 197 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Dodge Charger should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Dodge Charger weights approximately 1483 kg more than 1979 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, 2007 Dodge Charger (339 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 255 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Dodge Charger will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Dodge Charger | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Dodge | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Charger | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3517 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 250 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6400 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 339 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2343 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5090 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1480 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3050 mm | 2350 mm |
