1984 BMW 316 vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 9 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1984 BMW 316. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1984 BMW 316 would be higher. At 1,767 cc (4 cylinders), 1984 BMW 316 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer (111 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 23 more horse power than 1984 BMW 316. (88 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer should accelerate faster than 1984 BMW 316. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer weights approximately 36 kg more than 1984 BMW 316. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Let's talk about torque, 1984 BMW 316 (140 Nm @ 4000 RPM) has 3 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1984 BMW 316 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1984 BMW 316 | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 316 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1984 | 1993 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1767 cc | 1597 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 88 HP | 111 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 140 Nm | 137 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 990 kg | 1026 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2510 mm |
