1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser
To start off, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is newer by 10 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (177 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser weights approximately 1145 kg more than 1983 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, 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser (406 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 316 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 1993 Oldsmobile Custom Cruiser | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Oldsmobile |
| Model | Lancer | Custom Cruiser |
| Year Released | 1983 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 5733 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 8 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 177 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 406 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2400 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2015 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 5530 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 2030 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1540 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2950 mm |
