1979 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix
To start off, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is newer by 11 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 3,135 cc (6 cylinders), 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (205 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 152 more horse power than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix should accelerate faster than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix weights approximately 749 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, 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix (298 Nm) has 214 more torque (in Nm) than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer. (84 Nm). This means 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1979 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1990 Pontiac Grand Prix | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Pontiac |
| Model | Lancer | Grand Prix |
| Year Released | 1979 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1238 cc | 3135 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 205 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4800 RPM |
| Torque | 84 Nm | 298 Nm |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 860 kg | 1609 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4000 mm | 4960 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1540 mm | 1810 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1370 mm | 1390 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2350 mm | 2740 mm |
