1983 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2006 Cadillac BLS
To start off, 2006 Cadillac BLS is newer by 23 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 1,910 cc (4 cylinders), 2006 Cadillac BLS is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2006 Cadillac BLS (149 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 96 more horse power than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2006 Cadillac BLS should accelerate faster than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2006 Cadillac BLS weights approximately 590 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, 2006 Cadillac BLS (320 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 230 more torque (in Nm) than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2006 Cadillac BLS will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1983 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2006 Cadillac BLS | |
| Make | Mitsubishi | Cadillac |
| Model | Lancer | BLS |
| Year Released | 1983 | 2006 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1244 cc | 1910 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 53 HP | 149 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5000 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 90 Nm | 320 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 2000 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 870 kg | 1460 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4140 mm | 4690 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1600 mm | 1760 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1350 mm | 1480 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2680 mm |
