2009 Kia Sedona vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Kia Sedona 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 3,778 cc (6 cylinders), 2009 Kia Sedona is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Kia Sedona (247 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 194 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Kia Sedona should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Kia Sedona weights approximately 425 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 Kia Sedona (350 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 265 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Kia Sedona will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Kia Sedona | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Kia | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Sedona | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 3778 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 247 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 8 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1285 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5140 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1840 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1990 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2350 mm |
