1981 Chrysler Newport vs. 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1981 Chrysler Newport. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1981 Chrysler Newport would be higher. At 5,210 cc (8 cylinders), 1981 Chrysler Newport is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1981 Chrysler Newport (161 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 91 more horse power than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (70 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1981 Chrysler Newport should accelerate faster than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1981 Chrysler Newport weights approximately 830 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, 1981 Chrysler Newport (364 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 262 more torque (in Nm) than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer. (102 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 1981 Chrysler Newport will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1981 Chrysler Newport | 1990 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Newport | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1981 | 1990 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5210 cc | 1297 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 161 HP | 70 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 364 Nm | 102 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1810 kg | 980 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 5600 mm | 4240 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1980 mm | 1680 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3020 mm | 2390 mm |
