1988 Lancia Hit vs. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero
To start off, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is newer by 16 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1988 Lancia Hit. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1988 Lancia Hit would be higher. At 3,828 cc (6 cylinders), 2004 Mitsubishi Montero is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (212 HP @ 5500 RPM) has 27 more horse power than 1988 Lancia Hit. (185 HP @ 5300 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero should accelerate faster than 1988 Lancia Hit.
Both vehicles are four wheel drive (4WD) - it offers better handling, traction, and control in all driving conditions compared with front wheel drive or 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, 2004 Mitsubishi Montero (336 Nm @ 3250 RPM) has 32 more torque (in Nm) than 1988 Lancia Hit. (304 Nm @ 3500 RPM). This means 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1988 Lancia Hit. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero has automatic transmission and 1988 Lancia Hit has manual transmission. 1988 Lancia Hit will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 2004 Mitsubishi Montero will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
Compare all specifications:
1988 Lancia Hit | 2004 Mitsubishi Montero | |
Make | Lancia | Mitsubishi |
Model | Hit | Montero |
Year Released | 1988 | 2004 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 1995 cc | 3828 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 6 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | V |
Horse Power | 185 HP | 212 HP |
Engine RPM | 5300 RPM | 5500 RPM |
Torque | 304 Nm | 336 Nm |
Torque RPM | 3500 RPM | 3250 RPM |
Engine Bore Size | 84 mm | 95 mm |
Engine Stroke Size | 90 mm | 90 mm |
Drive Type | 4WD | 4WD |
Transmission Type | Manual | Automatic |
Number of Seats | 4 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 3980 mm | 4730 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1730 mm | 1780 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1330 mm | 1910 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2480 mm | 2730 mm |