1982 Buick Electra vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 11 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Buick Electra. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Buick Electra would be higher. At 4,128 cc (6 cylinders), 1982 Buick Electra is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Buick Electra (123 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 12 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Buick Electra should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Buick Electra weights approximately 664 kg more than 1993 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, 1982 Buick Electra (278 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 141 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1982 Buick Electra will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1982 Buick Electra | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Electra | Lancer |
Year Released | 1982 | 1993 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 4128 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 123 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 278 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1690 kg | 1026 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5650 mm | 4300 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1970 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1400 mm | 1400 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 3030 mm | 2510 mm |