2011 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1972 Toyota Century
To start off, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 39 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1972 Toyota Century. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1972 Toyota Century would be higher. At 2,981 cc (8 cylinders), 1972 Toyota Century is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (291 HP @ 6500 RPM) has 164 more horse power than 1972 Toyota Century. (127 HP @ 5200 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1972 Toyota Century.
Because 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1972 Toyota Century. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer significantly more control. 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, 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer (406 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 170 more torque (in Nm) than 1972 Toyota Century. (236 Nm @ 3600 RPM). This means 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1972 Toyota Century. 1972 Toyota Century has automatic transmission and 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1972 Toyota Century will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2011 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1972 Toyota Century | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Toyota |
| Model | Lancer | Century |
| Year Released | 2011 | 1972 |
| Body Type | Sedan | Sedan |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2000 cc | 2981 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 291 HP | 127 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6500 RPM | 5200 RPM |
| Torque | 406 Nm | 236 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3600 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | AWD | Rear |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 4 doors |
| Vehicle Length | 4496 mm | 4990 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1811 mm | 1900 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1481 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2649 mm | 2870 mm |
