1987 Mitsubishi Lancer vs. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg
To start off, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is newer by 26 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer would be higher. At 3,600 cc (6 cylinders), 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (276 HP) has 202 more horse power than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP) In normal driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg should accelerate faster than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg weights approximately 1137 kg more than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2013 Volkswagen Touareg is all wheel drive (AWD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will offer significantly more control. 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, 2013 Volkswagen Touareg (361 Nm @ 2500 RPM) has 247 more torque (in Nm) than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. (114 Nm @ 4000 RPM). This means 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg has automatic transmission and 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer has manual transmission. 1987 Mitsubishi Lancer will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2013 Volkswagen Touareg will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1987 Mitsubishi Lancer | 2013 Volkswagen Touareg | |
Make | Mitsubishi | Volkswagen |
Model | Lancer | Touareg |
Year Released | 1987 | 2013 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1468 cc | 3600 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Valves per Cylinder | 2 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 74 HP | 276 HP |
Torque | 114 Nm | 361 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 2500 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | AWD |
Transmission Type | Manual | 8-speed automatic |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Vehicle Weight | 1000 kg | 2137 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4190 mm | 4795 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1640 mm | 1940 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1420 mm | 1732 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2390 mm | 2893 mm |