1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont
To start off, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is newer by 4 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 1,295 cc (4 cylinders), 1986 Vauxhall Belmont is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (74 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 21 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Vauxhall Belmont weights approximately 90 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, 1986 Vauxhall Belmont (101 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 11 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1986 Vauxhall Belmont will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1986 Vauxhall Belmont | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Vauxhall |
| Model | Lancer | Belmont |
| Year Released | 1982 | 1986 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1295 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 101 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 960 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4230 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1670 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1410 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2530 mm |
