2009 GMC Envoy vs. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 GMC Envoy is newer by 33 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 4,161 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 GMC Envoy is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Envoy (281 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 188 more horse power than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (93 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Envoy should accelerate faster than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2009 GMC Envoy (277 Nm @ 4600 RPM) has 145 more torque (in Nm) than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. (132 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Envoy will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2009 GMC Envoy has automatic transmission and 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2009 GMC Envoy will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Envoy | 1976 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Envoy | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1976 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4161 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 281 HP | 93 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 277 Nm | 132 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4600 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Length | 4870 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1900 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1830 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
