1988 Honda Legend vs. 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer
To start off, 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer is newer by 22 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Honda Legend. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Honda Legend would be higher. At 2,675 cc (6 cylinders), 1988 Honda Legend is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1988 Honda Legend (175 HP @ 6000 RPM) has 7 more horse power than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (168 HP @ 6000 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1988 Honda Legend should accelerate faster than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1988 Honda Legend weights approximately 15 kg more than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. 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, 1988 Honda Legend (232 Nm @ 4500 RPM) has 6 more torque (in Nm) than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer. (226 Nm @ 4100 RPM). This means 1988 Honda Legend will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Honda Legend | 2010 Mitsubishi Lancer | |
Make | Honda | Mitsubishi |
Model | Legend | Lancer |
Year Released | 1988 | 2010 |
Body Type | Sedan | Hatchback |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2675 cc | 2400 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 6 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | V | in-line |
Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
Horse Power | 175 HP | 168 HP |
Engine RPM | 6000 RPM | 6000 RPM |
Torque | 232 Nm | 226 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4500 RPM | 4100 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Manual | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Weight | 1420 kg | 1405 kg |
Vehicle Length | 4760 mm | 4582 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1750 mm | 1763 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1380 mm | 1516 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2634 mm |