2009 GMC Yukon vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 GMC Yukon is newer by 31 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,328 cc (8 cylinders), 2009 GMC Yukon is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 GMC Yukon (320 HP @ 5200 RPM) has 267 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 GMC Yukon should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 GMC Yukon weights approximately 1575 kg more than 1978 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, 2009 GMC Yukon (461 Nm @ 4200 RPM) has 376 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 GMC Yukon will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 GMC Yukon | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | GMC | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Yukon | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5328 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 320 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5200 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 461 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 2435 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2010 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1960 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2950 mm | 2350 mm |
