2007 Honda Accord vs. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Honda Accord is newer by 21 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,997 cc (6 cylinders), 2007 Honda Accord is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Accord (244 HP) has 170 more horse power than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Accord should accelerate faster than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Let's talk about torque, 2007 Honda Accord (286 Nm @ 5000 RPM) has 173 more torque (in Nm) than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. (113 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Accord will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2007 Honda Accord has automatic transmission and 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2007 Honda Accord will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Accord | 1986 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Accord | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2997 cc | 1467 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 2 valves |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 74 HP |
| Torque | 286 Nm | 113 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4860 mm | 4190 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1420 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2750 mm | 2390 mm |
