2007 Honda Jazz vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2007 Honda Jazz 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 1,496 cc (4 cylinders), 2007 Honda Jazz is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2007 Honda Jazz (108 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 55 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2007 Honda Jazz should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2007 Honda Jazz weights approximately 190 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 Jazz (143 Nm @ 4800 RPM) has 59 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2007 Honda Jazz will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2007 Honda Jazz | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jazz | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2007 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1496 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 108 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 143 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1050 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3850 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1680 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1530 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2460 mm | 2350 mm |
