1974 Buick GS vs. 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 17 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1974 Buick GS. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1974 Buick GS would be higher. At 5,724 cc (6 cylinders), 1974 Buick GS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1974 Buick GS (190 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 120 more horse power than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1974 Buick GS should accelerate faster than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1974 Buick GS weights approximately 650 kg more than 1991 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, 1974 Buick GS (394 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 291 more torque (in Nm) than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer. (103 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1974 Buick GS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1974 Buick GS | 1991 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
| Model | GS | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1974 | 1991 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5724 cc | 1298 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 190 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 394 Nm | 103 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1630 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5180 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1960 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2860 mm | 2390 mm |
