2009 Mazda CX-7 vs. 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2009 Mazda CX-7 is newer by 30 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,260 cc (4 cylinders), 2009 Mazda CX-7 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2009 Mazda CX-7 (244 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 191 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2009 Mazda CX-7 should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2009 Mazda CX-7 weights approximately 472 kg more than 1979 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 CX-7 (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 266 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 2009 Mazda CX-7 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 2009 Mazda CX-7 | 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mazda | Mitsubishi |
| Model | CX-7 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 2009 | 1979 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2260 cc | 1238 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 244 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 350 Nm | 84 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1332 kg | 860 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4680 mm | 4000 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1880 mm | 1540 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1650 mm | 1370 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2760 mm | 2350 mm |
