1969 Buick GS vs. 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 25 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1969 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1969 Buick GS would be higher. At 7,468 cc (8 cylinders), 1969 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1969 Buick GS (226 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1969 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1969 Buick GS weights approximately 860 kg more than 1994 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, 1969 Buick GS (498 Nm @ 2600 RPM) has 390 more torque (in Nm) than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1969 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1969 Buick GS | 1994 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | GS | Lancer |
Year Released | 1969 | 1994 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 7468 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 226 HP | 74 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 498 Nm | 108 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2600 RPM | 3000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1800 kg | 940 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2510 mm |