1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2004 Renault Vel Satis
To start off, 2004 Renault Vel Satis is newer by 22 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 2,188 cc (4 cylinders), 2004 Renault Vel Satis is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (148 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 95 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Renault Vel Satis should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2004 Renault Vel Satis weights approximately 865 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, 2004 Renault Vel Satis (320 Nm @ 1750 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Renault Vel Satis will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2004 Renault Vel Satis | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Renault |
| Model | Lancer | Vel Satis |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2004 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 2188 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 148 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 1750 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1735 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4870 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1870 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1580 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2700 mm |
