1982 Chrysler E vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, both 1982 Chrysler E and 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer were released in the same year (1982). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 2,555 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Chrysler E is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Chrysler E (93 HP @ 4500 RPM) has 40 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Chrysler E should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Chrysler E weights approximately 336 kg more than 1982 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 Chrysler E (179 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 89 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1982 Chrysler E will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Chrysler E | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chrysler | Mitsubishi |
| Model | E | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2555 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 93 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4500 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 179 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2500 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 1206 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4720 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1740 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2390 mm |
