1981 BMW 525 vs. 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 BMW 525. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 BMW 525 would be higher. At 2,495 cc (6 cylinders), 1981 BMW 525 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 BMW 525 (148 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 78 more horse power than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 BMW 525 should accelerate faster than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 BMW 525 weights approximately 300 kg more than 1988 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, 1981 BMW 525 (215 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 113 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 BMW 525 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1981 BMW 525 | 1988 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
Model | 525 | Lancer |
Year Released | 1981 | 1988 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2495 cc | 1298 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 148 HP | 70 HP |
Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 215 Nm | 102 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1280 kg | 980 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4780 mm | 4240 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1810 mm | 1680 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1410 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |