1985 Lancia Y10 vs. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion
To start off, both 1985 Lancia Y10 and 1985 Mitsubishi Starion were released in the same year (1985). Therefore the support and the availability on parts for both vehicles should be relatively similar. At 1,995 cc (4 cylinders), 1985 Mitsubishi Starion is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion (102 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 17 more horse power than 1985 Lancia Y10. (85 HP @ 5750 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion should accelerate faster than 1985 Lancia Y10. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1985 Mitsubishi Starion weights approximately 335 kg more than 1985 Lancia Y10. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 1985 Mitsubishi Starion is rear wheel drive (RWD), it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, it will be much easier to do with 1985 Mitsubishi Starion. However, in wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 1985 Lancia Y10, being front wheel drive (FWD), will offer much better control with better grip. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 1985 Mitsubishi Starion (164 Nm @ 3500 RPM) has 42 more torque (in Nm) than 1985 Lancia Y10. (122 Nm @ 2750 RPM). This means 1985 Mitsubishi Starion will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1985 Lancia Y10.
Compare all specifications:
1985 Lancia Y10 | 1985 Mitsubishi Starion | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Y10 | Starion |
Year Released | 1985 | 1985 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1049 cc | 1995 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 85 HP | 102 HP |
Engine RPM | 5750 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 122 Nm | 164 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2750 RPM | 3500 RPM |
Drive Type | Front | Rear |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
Number of Doors | 3 doors | 2 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 790 kg | 1125 kg |