1978 Mitsubishi Jeep vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep would be higher. At 2,384 cc (4 cylinders), 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (102 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 32 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep weights approximately 544 kg more than 1990 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, 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep (197 Nm @ 3000 RPM) has 95 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1978 Mitsubishi Jeep | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Jeep | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1978 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2384 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 102 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 197 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1524 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4300 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1630 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1900 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2650 mm | 2390 mm |
