1986 Buick Regal vs. 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1986 Buick Regal. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1986 Buick Regal would be higher. At 3,791 cc (6 cylinders), 1986 Buick Regal is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1986 Buick Regal (235 HP @ 4400 RPM) has 124 more horse power than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (111 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1986 Buick Regal should accelerate faster than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1986 Buick Regal weights approximately 455 kg more than 1993 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, 1986 Buick Regal (448 Nm @ 2800 RPM) has 311 more torque (in Nm) than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer. (137 Nm @ 5000 RPM). This means 1986 Buick Regal will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1986 Buick Regal | 1993 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Buick | Mitsubishi |
Model | Regal | Lancer |
Year Released | 1986 | 1993 |
Body Type | Coupe | Station Wagon |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 3791 cc | 1597 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 235 HP | 111 HP |
Engine RPM | 4400 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 448 Nm | 137 Nm |
Torque RPM | 2800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1490 kg | 1035 kg |
Vehicle Length | 5100 mm | 4280 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1830 mm | 1700 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1480 mm |