2008 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1975 Toyota Sprinter
To start off, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 33 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1975 Toyota Sprinter. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1975 Toyota Sprinter would be higher. At 1,588 cc, 1975 Toyota Sprinter is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1975 Toyota Sprinter (98 HP @ 6400 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. (97 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1975 Toyota Sprinter should accelerate faster than 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 485 kg more than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Let's talk about torque, 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer (150 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 5 more torque (in Nm) than 1975 Toyota Sprinter. (145 Nm @ 5200 RPM). This means 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1975 Toyota Sprinter.
Compare all specifications:
| 2008 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1975 Toyota Sprinter | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Sprinter |
| Year Released | 2008 | 1975 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1584 cc | 1588 cc |
| Horse Power | 97 HP | 98 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6400 RPM |
| Torque | 150 Nm | 145 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1350 kg | 865 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4490 mm | 3980 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1640 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1460 mm | 1340 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2610 mm | 2340 mm |
