1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2001 Honda Life
To start off, 2001 Honda Life is newer by 19 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 1,244 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) has 6 more horse power than 2001 Honda Life. (47 HP @ 6300 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 2001 Honda Life. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 80 kg more than 2001 Honda Life. 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 Mitsubishi Lancer (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 2001 Honda Life. (58 Nm @ 5500 RPM). This means 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2001 Honda Life.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2001 Honda Life | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Honda |
| Model | Lancer | Life |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2001 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 656 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 3 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 47 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 6300 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 58 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 5500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 790 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 3410 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1480 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1660 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2370 mm |
