1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2003 Opel Signum
To start off, 2003 Opel Signum is newer by 21 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 2,171 cc (4 cylinders), 2003 Opel Signum is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2003 Opel Signum (152 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 99 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2003 Opel Signum should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2003 Opel Signum weights approximately 695 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, 2003 Opel Signum (220 Nm @ 3800 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2003 Opel Signum will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2003 Opel Signum | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Opel |
| Model | Lancer | Signum |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2003 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2171 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 152 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5600 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 220 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3800 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1565 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4640 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1470 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2840 mm |
