1987 BMW 324 vs. 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1987 BMW 324 is newer by 5 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 2,443 cc (6 cylinders), 1987 BMW 324 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1987 BMW 324 (113 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 60 more horse power than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (53 HP @ 5000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1987 BMW 324 should accelerate faster than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1987 BMW 324 weights approximately 390 kg more than 1982 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, 1987 BMW 324 (214 Nm @ 2400 RPM) has 124 more torque (in Nm) than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer. (90 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 1987 BMW 324 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1987 BMW 324 | 1982 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | BMW | Mitsubishi |
| Model | 324 | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1987 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 2443 cc | 1244 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 113 HP | 53 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 5000 RPM |
| Torque | 214 Nm | 90 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 2400 RPM | 3500 RPM |
| Fuel Type | Diesel | Gasoline |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1260 kg | 870 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4330 mm | 4140 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1650 mm | 1600 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1350 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2580 mm | 2390 mm |
