2007 Honda Accord vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord 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 2,354 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (167 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 114 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Accord weights approximately 558 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 Honda Accord (217 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 133 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
2007 Honda Accord | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Accord | Lancer |
Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2354 cc | 1238 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 167 HP | 53 HP |
Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Torque | 217 Nm | 84 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1418 kg | 860 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4000 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1370 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2680 mm | 2350 mm |