1982 Lamborghini LM vs. 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger
To start off, 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger is newer by 14 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Lamborghini LM. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Lamborghini LM would be higher. At 4,754 cc (12 cylinders), 1982 Lamborghini LM is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Lamborghini LM (327 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 85 more horse power than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (242 HP @ 5500 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Lamborghini LM should accelerate faster than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Lamborghini LM weights approximately 650 kg more than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1982 Lamborghini LM (427 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 77 more torque (in Nm) than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger. (350 Nm @ 2500 RPM). This means 1982 Lamborghini LM will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Lamborghini LM | 1996 Mitsubishi Challenger | |
| Make | Lamborghini | Mitsubishi |
| Model | LM | Challenger |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1996 |
| Body Type | SUV | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 4754 cc | 3496 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 12 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | V |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 327 HP | 242 HP |
| Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Torque | 427 Nm | 350 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 2500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
| Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
| Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 2600 kg | 1950 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4960 mm | 4540 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 2050 mm | 1780 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1860 mm | 1740 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 3010 mm | 2730 mm |
