1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 19 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 3,189 cc (6 cylinders), 2002 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (216 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 163 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2002 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1344 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, 2002 Volkswagen Touareg (310 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 220 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2002 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2002 Volkswagen Touareg | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
| Model | Lancer | Touareg |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2002 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 3189 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | V |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 216 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 310 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3200 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 2214 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4760 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1930 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1730 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2860 mm |
