1982 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Suzuki SX4
To start off, 2006 Suzuki SX4 is newer by 24 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 1,909 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Suzuki SX4 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (118 HP @ 3500 RPM) has 65 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Suzuki SX4 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Suzuki SX4 weights approximately 585 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, 2006 Suzuki SX4 (280 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 190 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Suzuki SX4 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Suzuki SX4 | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Suzuki |
| Model | Lancer | SX4 |
| Year Released | 1982 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1909 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 118 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 280 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1455 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4150 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1630 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2510 mm |
