2008 Honda FR-V vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2008 Honda FR-V is newer by 32 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,204 cc (4 cylinders), 2008 Honda FR-V is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2008 Honda FR-V (138 HP) has 71 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (67 HP). In normal driving conditions, 2008 Honda FR-V should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Honda FR-V weights approximately 691 kg more than 1976 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, 2008 Honda FR-V (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 235 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (105 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2008 Honda FR-V will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Honda FR-V | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | FR-V | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2204 cc | 1439 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 138 HP | 67 HP |
| Torque | 340 Nm | 105 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 6 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1586 kg | 895 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4290 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1820 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1620 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2690 mm | 2350 mm |
