1988 Chevrolet Corvette vs. 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 7 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Chevrolet Corvette. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Chevrolet Corvette would be higher. At 5,733 cc (8 cylinders), 1988 Chevrolet Corvette is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (295 HP @ 4800 RPM) has 221 more horse power than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (74 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette should accelerate faster than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Chevrolet Corvette weights approximately 532 kg more than 1995 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, 1988 Chevrolet Corvette (515 Nm @ 3200 RPM) has 407 more torque (in Nm) than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer. (108 Nm @ 3000 RPM). This means 1988 Chevrolet Corvette will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
| 1988 Chevrolet Corvette | 1995 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
| Make | Chevrolet | Mitsubishi |
| Model | Corvette | Lancer |
| Year Released | 1988 | 1995 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 5733 cc | 1299 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 8 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | V | in-line |
| Horse Power | 295 HP | 74 HP |
| Engine RPM | 4800 RPM | 6000 RPM |
| Torque | 515 Nm | 108 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 3200 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Number of Seats | 2 seats | 5 seats |
| Vehicle Weight | 1472 kg | 940 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4630 mm | 4300 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1700 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1220 mm | 1400 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2500 mm | 2510 mm |
