2009 Mazda BT-50 vs. 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mazda BT-50 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 2,500 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda BT-50 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda BT-50 (141 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 88 more horse power than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda BT-50 should accelerate faster than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda BT-50 weights approximately 1006 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 Mazda BT-50 (330 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 245 more torque (in Nm) than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer. (85 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda BT-50 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda BT-50 | 1978 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | BT-50 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1978 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2500 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 141 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 3500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 330 Nm | 85 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 1800 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1866 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5080 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1750 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2350 mm |
